Support delivery of economic research on labour mobility, contributing to analysis, reporting, and data-driven insights for policy & program outcomes.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Economic Research Officer
Project Name: Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program (PLMSP)
Job Type: Contract (Full Time)
Location of Position: Brisbane, Australia (minimum 50% in-office). Other locations may be considered for strong candidates.
Reporting to: Economic Research Manager
Remuneration: Competitive salary and aligned with market rates, commensurate with experience
Time Frame: September 30, 2028
Application Deadline: 6 July, 2026
Application Instructions:
Alinea is an international development consultancy providing technical and management expertise that helps people improve their lives. Alinea works with governments, investors, companies, and communities to create lasting change. Over 39 years, Alinea has successfully delivered more than 1,000 projects worldwide. For more information, please visit the Alinea International website.
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Project Description:
The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme is a flagship Australian Government initiative supporting workers from 9 Pacific Island Countries and Timor-Leste to work in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program (PLMSP) provides support to DFAT and partner governments to strengthen labour mobility outcomes. The program focuses on inclusive access, economic benefits, and risk mitigation, while delivering capacity building, research, and support services.
About the Work:
The Economic Research Officer supports the implementation of the PLMSP economic research program. The role contributes to analysis of labour mobility impacts, including remittances and labour market effects. It involves working with research teams and stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights. The position offers exposure to applied economic research in an international development context within a collaborative team environment.
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