Policy and Planning Manager

Overview

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates policy advice and strategic planning within an organisation.

Skills

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks

  • developing, implementing and monitoring strategic plans, programs, policies, processes, systems and procedures to achieve goals, objectives and work standards
  • developing, implementing, administering and participating in policy research and analysis
  • coordinating the implementation of policies and practices
  • establishing activity measures and measurements of accountability
  • overseeing and participating in the development of policy documents and reports
  • consulting with and providing expert advice to government officials and board members on policy, program and legislative issues
  • representing the organisation in negotiations, and at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums convened to discuss policy issues

Alternative Titles

  • Public Policy Manager

Specialisations

  • Corporate Planning Manager
  • Strategic Planning Manager

Source: 1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition.
Note: The tasks associated with the occupation are to be used as guidance only. The tasks listing may include tasks associated with the grouping/category to which the occupation belongs.

Training Pathways

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10980NAT: Graduate Certificate in Compliance and Risk Management
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10978NAT: Graduate Diploma of Asset Management
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10977NAT: Graduate Certificate in Asset Management
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10964NAT: Certificate IV in Compliance and Risk Management
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