Important leadership role helping shape cash-related policy
Impactful work that makes a difference to the Australian people
Permanent opportunity, hybrid working
About the team
We are seeking an experienced economist or public-policy professional to join the Analysis and Policy (A&P) area of the RBA's Note Issue Department.
The Analysis and Policy section develops evidence-based policies to support the Bank’s strategic priorities in relation to issuing secure and reliable banknotes, and shaping the future of money. We conduct research on cash use, access and acceptance to understand how the cash ecosystem is evolving and to identify potential policy measures to support cash as a viable means of payment. We also facilitate public-sector coordination on cash initiatives, working closely with Council of Financial Regulator (CFR) agencies and the ACCC.
A&P is leading a number of high-priority workstreams to address challenges in cash distribution.
About the role
As a manager in A&P, you will:
Provide economic and policy advice that supports priority topics and contributes to NI meeting its strategic goals, including the Bank’s strategic priority to support access to physical cash.
Communicate effectively to relevant internal and external stakeholders in support of the Bank’s functions and objectives.
Provide coaching and development opportunities for analysts, to support them in achieving their goals.
Contribute to the broader strategic direction and leadership of the Note Issue Department, sharing accountability with other leaders for overall performance of deliverables and outcomes.
Foster an open and inclusive culture to enable your team to deliver high quality and impactful work.
About you
Excellent critical thinking skills to guide and produce targeted analysis on complex policy issues.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Demonstrated people leadership skills and ability to nurture a culture of trust and collaboration in line with the Bank’s open and dynamic ambition. This includes the ability to develop your team to deliver results and build skills over time.
An ability to write clearly and succinctly, with the purpose and intended audience in mind.
Strong work planning, prioritisation and organisation skills.
An ability and willingness build and maintain a culture of trust and collaboration.
Have a relevant tertiary qualification, such as in economics, finance, public policy or statistics.
Be More
Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
Why RBA?
The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.
Application Close :
April 02, 2026.