Manager: Policy & Business Case - NSW Government Location: Parramatta, Sydney, with great WFH flexibility Rate: $950 - $1000 per day + Super Contract Length: 6mths Note: Must have 7yrs+ experience as a manager in policy & business cases preferably in the Government/Public sector.We are currently seeking an experienced Manager, Policy & Products for our NSW Government client who will be responsible for leading critical policy, project and other general management functions on behalf of the Directorate.These include the design and development of complex policy initiatives and reforms that support organisational objectives and Government commitments as well as the delivery, monitoring and evaluation of a portfolio of related strategic projects and initiatives.The role is within the Early Childhood Outcomes (ECO) division & leads the delivery of the Early Years Commitment program, including comprehensive investments in the critical first 5 years of life for every child - in child development and in early education and care, making investments that support families and the community now, as well as investing in long term reforms for the future.Preferable to have experience working in Government programs or Education sector.Keys to Role: Roles will suit an experienced Manager in Policy & Reforms -

• 7+ years policy & business case experience
• Experienced in using strategic data analysis to support the development of policy, funding models and programs
• Comfortable in an ambiguous and fast paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skillset.

Key accountabilities:

• Lead and undertake research, analysis, design and development of complex policy and reform initiatives.
• Undertake strategic data analysis to support the development of policy, funding models and programs.
• Lead the development and delivery of a portfolio of projects and oversee project implementation.
• Develop and implement strategies for strategic monitoring and evaluation of policies and projects.
• Lead and manage policy and project team/s to deliver all key policy and project/s milestones and outcomes.
• Manage stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management.
• Lead consultation and negotiation on policy and project issues to identify and develop collaborative solutions and support sound policy decisions.
• Oversee data and evidence gathering and analysis to support policy development, project planning and decision making.

Key challenges

• Achieving multiple policy and project objectives, given limited resources and tight deadlines, and the need to identify. interdependencies and balance competing demands and priorities
• Providing accurate policy and project advice and recommendations on a range of complex issues, given the need to understand the problem and formulate responses within short-time frames, often without prior notice.
• Managing complex and sensitive consultations and negotiations with diverse stakeholders, within agreed timelines, given their varying expectations, viewpoints and interests