Public Policy Manager

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Detail information about job Public Policy Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy

This opportunity sits with a leading government department based in the Sydney CBD. We are looking for an experienced Public Policy Manager to provide leadership in the development of strategic policy and advice on all aspects of the departments policy in national and state contexts, applying across all providers, both government and non-government. 

Key Accountabilities:

• Drive the Department’s input into one or more of the negotiation development and review of: policy, funding mechanics; funding arrangements and frameworks, to ensure that education provisions meet the Government’s objectives and are implemented within budget
• Prepare senior departmental officials and ministers for national meetings
• Provide timely, accurate, strategic advice on issues, trends, policies and legislation relating to education to support informed decision making and policy development
• Mentoring and supervising staff.
• Manage teams and cross-team project groups in developing and delivering significant projects and reforms in order to achieve effective solutions for NSW
• Accountable for the delivery of high quality work on time and within budget.

  
Key Requirements: 

• Must have experience in policy development and project management - local, state and federal level is desired
• 5 years plus experience in high level policy roles in either local, state or federal government agencies
• High level of autonomy, uses initiative to support support informed decision making
• Knowledge of legislation relevant to the government functions and the legislative process 
• Strong government policy writing experience in the public sector 
• Excellent verbal and written skills 
• Ability to write highly comprehensive papers/briefs
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience

This represents an outstanding opportunity for a motivated Policy Officer to join a talented team and be recognised and rewarded for your valued contribution.
  
If you require any additional information or would like a confidential discussion regarding this position, I encourage you to apply then contact Autumn Yaprak via email: [email protected]