Associate Director

**You. At the centre of big ideas.**
- **We’re looking for an innovative and passionate expert in policy or strategy to join our remarkable team.**:

- **You’ll be leading the development of most important policy in government shaping NSW.**:

- **This is an ongoing role, grade 11/12, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD.**:

- **Flexible working is part of our DNA at DPC. It is the way we work, so you’ll enjoy great flexibility in how and where you work**.

**About the role.**

The Economic Policy Branch within the DPC Policy Group leads policy and strategic initiatives in the most interesting and impactful matters driving economic development and opportunity in NSW.

Working in the Branch, you will contribute towards complex policy and project work to inform policy directions and major initiatives. You will be part of a high performing team that provides well researched and sound options on which the Government can rely for effective decision making and delivery. You will be at the centre of government decision making. DPC proactively partners with community and all levels of Government to broker solutions and deliver meaningful outcomes.

The Branch is looking for applicants within the broader Economic Policy branch, with a specific interest from the investment and infrastructure team.

As an Associate Director, you will undertake complex economic policy advice and project work to inform policy directions and major initiatives. You will lead the development of well researched and sound options by identifying emerging issues on which the Department can rely for effective decision making or delivery. You will also prepare high level advice to the Premier and the executive of the Department of Premier and Cabinet on these matters. You will also lead a small team of policy experts and generalists to deliver advice and strategic initiatives of priority to the Premier.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
- You have experience and/or interest in how to drive economic development for NSW through investment, infrastructure, trade, transport, city development, and arts & culture or related areas.
- You have experience in undertaking many aspects of the policy process - research, analysis, policy development, project implementation, and evaluation - you do NOT need to be working in Government now, but have experience gained elsewhere
- You have appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent, relevant professional experience and training - you do NOT need to be an economist but have an interest in learning about how the economy can impact people’s lives.
- You thrive working in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
- You are well-organised and able to manage a constant workflow within short deadlines, with high attention to detail.
- You enjoy contributing to a high performing team to drive big ideas that are based on high quality and useful advice.

We know the value of diverse experiences. Even if you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements, we’d love to hear from you.

**Driving big ideas at the heart of government.**

At the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC), we lead more than 400,000 people in the NSW Public Service to make our state a great place to live, work and visit.
- We drive big ideas at the heart of government._

We support the Premier, Cabinet, Ministers, and other government agencies by getting things done. We deliver services and projects, lead policy development, organise key events for the state, and provide innovative ideas we put into action. Our work is challenging, rewarding and different every day.

We’re diverse and ambitious. We believe that we can accomplish great things when people bring their whole selves to work. We’re proud of what we do for the communities of NSW - communities that are reflected in our team.

Imagine your career at DPC and learn more about the department.

**Your career, your way.**

We are proud of our flexible working culture, and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years. Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve.

**At DPC, you get access to**:

- flexible working arrangements
- inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching
- flex leave
- great learning and development opportunities and professional networks
- employee support services
- fitness and well-being programs
- staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, DPC Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network.

**How to apply**
- a **resume **which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages).
- a **cover letter** addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

To help us figure out if you’re the right person for the role, the selection process may include an interview and relevant assess