Job Title: Senior Policy Officer, Intergovernmental Relations
Job Summary:
The Senior Policy Officer, Intergovernmental Relations will be responsible for coordinating and developing strategic advice on national policy issues to improve outcomes for South Australian children in early childhood education and care settings.
About the Role:
* This role involves undertaking research and consultation to formulate advice on national issues relating to early childhood education and care.
* You will develop a network of professional relationships across government to inform advice to the Minister and senior executives.
* Coordination of processes and advice for cross-government and intergovernmental meetings is also key to this role.
* Maintenance of an understanding of state and federal policies and issues relating to early childhood is essential.
Requirements:
* You will bring extensive experience in analysing and evaluating complex policy issues and providing expert advice, supported by strong communication skills to develop professional relationships with stakeholders and foster collaboration.
* To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has demonstrated experience conducting strategic policy analysis.
* You should thrive in a high performing, fast paced environment with real opportunity for impact.
* Fostering collaborative working relationships and drawing on the expertise of others to inform strategic advice is crucial.
* You should have the ability to pick up new information quickly and provide strategic analysis on complex policy issues.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to prepare clear and concise written advice for different audiences are essential.