Jason Loos PSM commenced as Deputy Secretary, Economic Policy and State Productivity, at the Victorian Department Premier and Cabinet in June 2023. Jason is responsible for economic policy advice to the Premier and the broader Cabinet on policy issues including economic development, fiscal strategy, regulatory reform, consumer affairs, transport, energy, international engagement, agriculture, and the environment. His Group works in collaboration with relevant departments and agencies to ensure a coordinated and whole of government approach to policy, reform, and projects.

Previously, Jason was the Deputy Secretary, Commercial Division at the Victorian Department of Treasury and Finance, where he was responsible for providing strategic commercial, financial and risk management advice to the Victorian Government. Jason has over 25 years’ experience in the commercial structuring and delivery of infrastructure projects, including extensive experience in delivering Public Private Partnerships and the corporate governance oversight of significant Victorian Government business enterprises.

Jason has a Master of Business Administration from RMIT and an honours degree in economics from Monash University. Jason is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and in 2023 was named a Victorian Fellow of the Institute of Public Administration Australia. In 2024, Jason was awarded the Public Service Medal for his significant contribution to infrastructure policy and projects across Victoria.