Design Strategist
Core
Provide expert strategic, policy, and project advice to support complex government initiatives and service delivery outcomes.
Role type
Senior IC strategy and policy advisor
Builds
Strategic plans, policy frameworks, business cases, and project governance structures
Domain
Public sector / Government administration
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Strategic planning, policy development, project management, stakeholder engagement, research and analysis, budget monitoring, risk management, contract management
Preferred skills
Experience in disability, health, or human services sectors, knowledge of workforce planning, tertiary qualifications in public administration
Responsibilities
Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and governance activities; Conduct complex research and analysis to inform strategic decisions; Prepare executive briefs, business cases, and policy reports; Monitor project budgets and contract management processes; Identify and manage project risks and issues; Support policy development and implementation initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC