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Unit Group

1114 Policy and Planning Managers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

1114 Policy and Planning Managers

Plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate policy advice and strategic planning within organisations.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

111431 Policy and Planning Manager

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates policy advice and strategic planning within an organisation.

Alternative title

  • Public Policy Manager

Specialisation

  • Strategic Planning Manager

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Develops, implements and monitors strategic and business planning activities, organisational programs, policies, processes, systems and procedures to achieve goals, objectives and work standards
  • Develops, implements, administers and participates in policy research and analysis
  • Coordinates the implementation of policies and practices
  • Communicates organisational policies and procedures
  • Establishes activity measures and measurements of accountability
  • Oversees and participates in the development of policy documents and reports
  • Consults with, and provides expert advice to, government officials and board members on policy, program and legislative issues
  • Represents the organisation in negotiations and at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums convened to discuss policy issues
  • Undertakes short-term and long-term business planning as part of the managerial process
  • Plans for uncertain future events