Policy and Planning Manager

Overview

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

Day-to-day

• 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.

Considerations

• stressful.