Principal Policy officer positions have become available for a 2-3 month engagement to aid the teams increase workload and support/ lead the team in the delivery of initiatives in the Consumer Affairs portfolio.
Your new role
Reporting to the Senior Manager of the Regulation Policy Branch, these roles will be responsible for the development and management of reform policy and legislation. Further, you will be tasked with:
* Provides expert policy advice and strategic guidance to government officials, ensuring alignment with consumer policy priorities and government initiatives.
* Lead and oversee policy development and documentation, managing a team to prepare key reports, submissions, and regulatory assessments for various audiences.
* Drive program implementation and stakeholder engagement, coordinating projects, mitigating risks, and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve policy and program objectives.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced state government leader with an analytical mindset, supported by:
* Policy and legislative expertise - Formulates policy and legislative options, providing strategic advice while leading complex reform initiatives.
* Project management and execution - Develops Cabinet and project briefs aligned with business objectives, leveraging project management methodologies to oversee legislation, regulations, and program implementation.
* Collaborative leadership and stakeholder engagement - Builds relationships, fosters a positive culture, and communicates with influence to drive policy and program outcomes.
What you need to do now:
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Jordan Perez on Jordan.Perez@hays.com.au now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Alternatively, if this role would be of interest to anyone you know, please don't hesitate to pass on this advertisement or my contact details.