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MAJOR GROUP 1 MANAGERS

MANAGERS plan, organise, direct, control, coordinate and review the operations of government, commercial, agricultural, industrial, non-profit and other organisations, and departments.

Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this major group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

Bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1); or

AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In New Zealand:
Bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1); or

NZ Register Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• setting the overall direction and objectives of organisations and departments within organisations
• formulating, administering and reviewing policy and legislation to ensure organisational and departmental objectives are met
• directing and coordinating the allocation of assets and resources
• directing, controlling and coordinating the activities of organisations and departments, either personally or through senior subordinate staff
• monitoring and evaluating overall organisational and departmental performance, and adjusting policies, rules and regulations to ensure objectives are met
• representing the organisation at official occasions, in negotiations, at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums, and liaising between areas of responsibility