Senior Policy Officer
Provide advice and support to councils in the first instance on roads and transport policy issues, and develop evidence-based
Summary about this job
Policy, Planning & Regulation
Company: Local Government NSW
Location: Sydney
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-7-3594-4074
Fax: +61-3-6169-6785
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Detail information about job Senior Policy Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Permanent position
- Sydney CBD location
- Excellent Benefits
We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Policy Officer to provide advice and support to councils in the first instance on roads and transport policy issues, and develop evidence-based policy positions to advance the interests of local government and communities in NSW.
The organisation
Local Government NSW (LGNSW) is the peak body for councils and related organisations in our State. LGNSW advocates on behalf of members and their communities on policy to decision makers at state and federal levels. We provide a comprehensive range of services including industrial relations representation, management services and training.
The role
The Senior Policy Officer will join the Infrastructure and Planning team within the Advocacy Division. The position holder will research, develop and implement policies and strategies in consultation with stakeholders to benefit LGNSW and its members. The role will focus initially on roads and transport policy, planning and management issues relevant to local government. The position holder will also have the opportunity to work in other policy areas such as emergency services, telecommunications and public lands management.
The person
You will have demonstrated experience in providing expert advice to guide delivery of consistent and effective high quality policy outcomes. You will have a track record of maintaining detailed knowledge of the subject area to identify and respond to issues within policy framework. Your strengths will be your ability to liaise with stakeholders effectively, to ensure policy positions are coordinated, aligned to member feedback and consistent with LGNSW’s position. You will be positive, results-driven and understand the key role of policy in a member organisation.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualification and extensive experience in policy and research activities in one or more of the following areas: roads and transport, (including planning, infrastructure and asset management), emergency services, telecommunications and public land management.
- Excellent analytical skills
- Strategic thinking
- Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- Demonstrated experience in a public policy environment
- Planning and negotiation skills, and ability to exercise sound judgement
- Experience in priority setting, report and agenda writing
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, and government policies in subject area
- General knowledge of council practices and policies
- Understanding of NSW legislative and political environment
- Demonstrated ability to work with others across the organisation, and at all levels
- Demonstrated ability to work productively to achieve results, with minimal supervision
How to apply
For more information and to obtain the position description and essential requirements, visit http://www.lgnsw.org.au/about-us/lgnsw-positions-vacant
Applications should include:
- a covering letter which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to the position
accountabilities and essential requirements detailed in the position description - an up-to-date resume
Please send applications to [email protected]. Please contact Shaun McBride on 02 9242 4072 if you have any enquiries.
Applications close Thursday, 19 July 2018