• Job Description

  Req#: 22047

  • Work on diverse issues that affect Auckland’s future
  • Supportive and collaborative culture
  • Flexible working

  He angitūtanga: The opportunity
  
  We have a fantastic opportunity for an Economist / Senior Economist to join Auckland Council’s Chief Economist Unit. Be part of a collaborative team that provides independent, evidence-based advice on the policy issues and trade-offs that matter for Auckland's wellbeing.
  

  Support the Chief Economist in providing leadership on key issues for Auckland Council, by using sound economic analysis. Help build the reputation of the Chief Economist Unit for technical and applied expertise, especially in the fields of urban economics and economic appraisal.

  
  Your day-to-day responsibilities will include undertaking analysis of urban economic issues, using key data sets, advising council staff on the economic implications of policy and investment proposals, and building awareness of resource impacts and trade-offs. The aim is to enable informed decision-making by Auckland Council on behalf of Aucklanders.

  
  The range of issues span land use, urban development policy, the housing market, infrastructure funding and finance, the transport system, environmental matters, as well as the macroeconomic cycle and outlook.

  
  In a Senior Economist role, you would not only support the work, but will also play a lead role in identifying and delivering analytical workstreams.

  He kōrero mōu: About you

  
  We are looking for an economist who can build relationships and act as a trusted adviser. A critical thinker who can apply economic theory to real-world problems, you are also an effective communicator who can explain economic concepts in simple terms.

  
  Equipped with an excellent quantitative background, you have experience in dealing with large data sets, ideally land use, housing, or transport data. You have a good grounding in cost-benefit analysis and have worked with econometric techniques to answer research or policy questions.

  
  This mix of skills and behaviours enables you to deliver results and influence your stakeholders.

  
  A postgraduate qualification in economics is desirable, as is an affinity for Auckland.

  Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

  
  We work on a wide range of intellectually stimulating and high impact projects, and so there is variety as well as scope to go deeper into some issues. We work flexibly, have a positive, can-do attitude and have a consultative approach. This a great opportunity for professional growth for an economist who wants to get stuck into issues from an urban perspective.
  

  To get an idea of the thought leadership role we play, and how we communicate with Aucklanders, have a look at our publications.

  
  See the Economist and Senior Economist position descriptions for more information.

  Apply today with your cover letter and CV. Feel free to contact Shar Mahon on +64 27 769 1880 or shar.mahon@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz for a confidential chat.
  

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  Applications close on Sunday 22 October 2023

  
  Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

  Auckland Council strongly encourages our employees to be fully vaccinated.

• About the company

  783 Auckland Council is the local government council for the Auckland Region in New Zealand.

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