Senior Economic Officer

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Job Description

The Great Council of Chiefs (Bose Levu Vakaturaga) was established in 1876, with the primary purpose to serve as an advisory body on Indigenous affairs, ensuring traditional leadership structures were acknowledged and integrated into the governance system. The Great Council of Chiefs (GCC) being independent plays a crucial role in advising on matters related to Good Governance and Wellbeing of the iTaukei.

The Senior Economic Officer ensures that the Great Council of Chiefs Office (GCCO) is supported by thorough economic analysis, strategic community development, effective training programs, and well-informed policy recommendations. This role is crucial in advising on economic policies, promoting sustainable economic practices, and enhancing the economic capacity of the community. The role reports to the Manager Operations.

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. Economic Analysis Conducted
Economic trends are analysed, providing insights into current and future economic conditions. Policy advice is given, ensuring that economic policies are informed by accurate and up-to-date analysis. Economic reports are prepared, summarizing key findings and recommendations for decision-makers. Economic data is interpreted, ensuring that complex information is accessible and understandable. Market conditions are monitored, providing timely updates on economic developments.
2. Community Development
Strategies for sustainable economic practices are developed, promoting long-term economic health and resilience. Community needs are assessed, ensuring that development strategies are aligned with local priorities. Economic initiatives are implemented, supporting the growth and development of the community. Partnerships with local organizations are established, fostering collaboration and resource sharing. Impact assessments are conducted, evaluating the effectiveness of community development strategies.
3. Training Programs are Delivered
Capacity-building programs on economic issues are developed, enhancing the skills and knowledge of community members. Training materials are created, ensuring that content is relevant and engaging. Workshops and seminars are organized, providing opportunities for learning and development. Feedback from participants is collected, ensuring continuous improvement of training programs. Training outcomes are evaluated, measuring the impact of capacity-building efforts.
4. Policy Recommendations
Policy briefs based on economic analysis are prepared, providing clear and actionable recommendations. Policy options are evaluated, ensuring that recommendations are based on thorough analysis. Stakeholder input is incorporated, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered in policy development. Policy impacts are assessed, providing insights into the potential effects of proposed policies. Policy recommendations are communicated, ensuring that decision-makers are informed and supported.
5. Organisation's image and value standards demonstrated and promoted
Collaborate with other teams in the organisation for the benefit of the organisation Monitor and encourage team members to uphold image and value standards Uphold and demonstrate the organisation's image and values
6. Teamwork and cooperation
Cooperation within the team and greater function / department Cooperation across functions / departments Work collaboratively to achieve the set targets and goals
Product's Stakeholders
1. Operational and statutory compliance
Statutory compliant to laws and regulations Health and safety compliance Environmental compliance Operationally compliant to the organisation's policies and procedures

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Business Performance	Manage the performance of the organisation.
Planning	Deliver results by developing, reviewing or following a work plan, action plan or operational plan.
Information Analysis	Make informed decisions by collecting and interpreting data and information
Documentation	Communicate using formal business writing.
Customer
Quality Focus	Deliver quality.
Organisational Values	Display the organisation's image and value standards.
Social and Cultural Awareness	Respond respectfully and effectively to people of different cultural and social backgrounds.
People
Problem Solving	Develop practical solutions to a situation.
Negotiation	Reach agreement through discussion and compromise.
Self-Management	Manage your priorities and objectives efficiently and effectively
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Research	Apply formal research methodologies.

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Degree	Economic and Social Studies	A Master's degree or higher in a relevant field is often preferred for senior roles

Work Knowledge and Experience

1. At least 2-4 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role
2. Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience in applied economics, public financial management, or related policy work
3. Demonstrated ability to analyse economic trends, develop policy recommendations, and advise on economic policies
4. Experience with statistical software and data analysis tools to interpret economic data
5. Ability to present complex economic information clearly and interact effectively with stakeholders

Requirements

Language Proficiency
Excellent command of English

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
All employees
External
Regulators
Stakeholders
General Public

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accountable	Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Achiever	Puts in effort to achieve a desired result or goal and is motivated by this end and the overall accomplishment.
Detail oriented	Attends to the small elements of a task/activity, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Integrity	Adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
Punctuality	Completes a required task or fulfills an obligation before or at a previously designated time
Interpersonal Styles
Objective	Impartial and honest in dealings with others, eliminating own feelings and view to reach a balanced judgement.
Perceptive	Shows keen insight and understanding of issues or situations.
Realistic	Shows concern for facts and reality, rejecting the impractical.
Thinking Styles
Analytic	Able to separate things into their constituent elements in order to study or examine them, draw conclusions, or solve problems.
Decisive	Reaches conclusions, promptly and firmly.