Adviser, Data Analysis and Insights

• Salary: $97,955 – $111,142 per annum (plus Superannuation)
• Tenure: Ongoing, full-time role
• Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available)

The Role

The Adviser, Data Analysis and Insights, contributes to key strategic projects aimed at improving the productivity and competitiveness of Victoria's regions. The role supports the growth of local industries, job creation, and improved outcomes for regional communities by providing robust economic analysis, data analytics, modelling and evidence-based policy advice.

Working within Regional Development Victoria, the Adviser undertakes complex analytical work across new and diverse issues, often with uncertain or incomplete information, and translates data-driven insights into clear and practical advice to inform regional economic development policy and program delivery.

Main Accountabilities

• Undertake technical data analysis, economic modelling and research and prepare reports and analytical products
• Manage projects and workstreams under limited direction
• Provide professional scientific, technical or specialist advice based on economic and analytical expertise
• Contribute expertise to teams working on complex, cross-cutting projects
• Convey specialist concepts, data insights and policies clearly to clients, staff and stakeholders

The Team

The Adviser, Data Analysis and Insights forms part of the Data and Insights team within the Place Based Strategy, Insights and Coordination Branch, in Regional Development Victoria.

The branch leads place-based policy and insights across DJSIR and the Victorian Public Service. It delivers the evidence base and policy platform to influence regional economic outcomes, support high-quality program delivery, and ensure place-based perspectives are central to RDV and DJSIR advice.

About You

You are an analytical adviser with strong data literacy skills, including the ability to use advanced Excel formulas, pivot tables and data visualisation. You can apply systems thinking to understand complex socio-economic issues, critically analyse evidence, and communicate insights clearly and succinctly to a range of audiences to support effective policy and program outcomes.

A degree in Economics or a related field is mandatory.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Daniela Sekirski, Manager, Data and Insights, on 0419 731 392 or daniela.sekirski@rdv.vic.gov.au.

The Department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at 11:59pm on 19 February 2026.