Senior Policy Commissioner — Economic Growth & Reform

Aurion; Canberra; On-site; AUD 395,000 - 483,000; Full time

Job summary

The Productivity Commission in Australia seeks Commissioners to lead major public inquiries, engage with stakeholders and communities, and oversee rigorous research to provide independent, evidence-based policy advice to government. Successful candidates will bring demonstrated leadership, sound judgement, analytical rigour, and exceptional communication skills.

Appointments may be full- or part-time for up to five years and candidates are based in Canberra or Melbourne, with terms set by the

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership with high-stakes decision making.
• Extensive expertise in microeconomic policy and reform.
• Strong analytical rigour and evidence-based reasoning.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Integrity and ability to lead diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead major public inquiries and guide research activities.
• Engage with stakeholders and communities to shape policy.
• Oversee high-quality research and develop independent advice.
• Ensure policy recommendations are evidence-based and rigorous.
• Demonstrate sound judgement and organisational leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical rigour

Communication

Integrity

Team leadership

Tools

Econometrics

Economic modelling

Job description

The Productivity Commission in Australia seeks Commissioners to lead major public inquiries, engage with stakeholders and communities, and oversee rigorous research to provide independent, evidence-based policy advice to government. Successful candidates will bring demonstrated leadership, sound judgement, analytical rigour, and exceptional communication skills.

Appointments may be full- or part-time for up to five years and candidates are based in Canberra or Melbourne, with terms set by the