Opportunity Our client is a community focused Federal Government Agency. They have an exciting opportunity available for multiple APS5 Actuary's to join the team. Initial 12-month daily rate contract with a 12 month extension available, paying competitive daily rates. Flexible work conditions, 3 in the office and 2 from home, based from either Richmond or Geelong.Looking for members to join the team at APS5 level (2 - 4 years experience) Role Supporting the Scheme Actuary Division to fulfill statutory requirements including the provision of data and analysis for reporting to the Board, Minister and for the purpose of public data sharingUtilising statistical and mathematical modelling techniques to undertake analytical work on a range of tasks, including actuarial monitoring and analyses, data tabulations, scheme projections and cost benefit analysesAnalysing Scheme experience as an input in the assumption setting process for the Scheme projections and other cost analysis.Assisting in developing, maintaining and running the Scheme projection models (including scenario testing and stochastic modelling), public dashboards, deep dives, policy costings and risk assessment.Analysing, understanding and manipulating outputs and communicating to stakeholdersPreparation of tables, charts and commentary for inclusion in the AFSR, QRDM, Board papers and other reportingExtracting, cleansing and preparing of data from multiple sources, in particular the data warehouse, and advising on appropriate data checks for reasonablenessUndertaking ad hoc modelling requests and report productionEffectively communicating (verbally and in writing) the progress of work responsibilities and outcomes of work undertaken Requirements Candidates with 2-4 years experience maximum in the actuarial / data analytics / scientist industry will be considered.Proficient in R and Excel (model design, development, and maintenance) some experience of GLMs or GBMs, excellent numerical ability, problem-solving aptitude, and proficiency in statistical modelling.This position is within the professional job stream and the officer must possess relevant academic qualifications including tertiary qualifications in Actuarial Studies or Mathematics/Statistics, progressing towards Associate and/or Fellowship qualifications.Experience with internal and external stakeholder engagement and management.Proficient communication and presentation of assumptions, methodologies, and results to stakeholders, both technical and non-technical.Proficient programming language skills such as experience with SAS, R, Python Visual Basic or SQL.Some experience or knowledge of government processes (budget, legislation, policy development, briefs / documents)Ability to understand and formulate policies, and good communication skills.Australian Citizenshipis required for this federal Agency. Apply Please email your resume to: (email protected)