Career

Policy and Planning Managers

Government & Defence

Career stats

Weekly pay

$2,831

Prospects

Medium

Employed in Australia

30,400

Growth

Moderate growth

Overview

Policy and Planning Managers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate policy advice and strategic planning within organisations.

Job Titles

mdi-briefcase-variant Policy and Planning Manager

Job Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying 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

Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

  • Bachelor in Policy or Planning
More about VET

Industry

Government & Defence

If you enjoy complex problem solving, and are a critical thinker who is good at communicating with people and undertaking administrative tasks, then the Public Administration and Safety sector might have a career pathway for you.

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