Role Description Manager, Strategic Programs and Projects

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1 Role Description Manager, Strategic Programs and Projects Cluster Agency Division/Branch/Unit Industry Department of Industry Skills and Economic Development/ Economic Policy and Enablers/Strategic Programs and Projects Location Sydney Classification/Grade/Band Clerk Grade 11/12 Role Number Various temporary roles to June 2019 ANZSCO Code PCAT Code Date of Approval June 2018 Agency Website Agency overview The NSW Department of Industry leads the state government's contribution to making NSW a place where people want to live and work and businesses choose to invest and grow. We support all areas of economic activity where NSW has competitive strengths. We also have responsibilities for: skill formation and development to match industry demand partnering with stakeholders in stewardship and sustainable use of the state's natural resources. Our strategies are built on close relationships to understand industry's needs. We deliver a wide range of training and specialist advisory services; and we help to secure efficient and dependable government decision-making that contributes to business confidence. We measure our success by the: growth in quantity of employment and the value of output; and the competitiveness and sustainability of industries in NSW. Skills and Economic Development is a division of Industry that focuses on: Sustaining the conditions for economic development Support for increasing jobs and investment in NSW Skills development programs for employment. Jobs for NSW is a private sector led NSW Government-backed initiative which aims to make the NSW economy as competitive as possible and therefore help create new jobs across the State. Jobs for NSW has been created to drive the delivery of the Government s commitment to create 150,000 jobs by Jobs for NSW utilises high level private sector expertise and the $190 million Jobs for NSW Fund to transform the NSW economy by targeting future growth opportunities and the workforce to support them.

2 Primary purpose of the role The Manager, Strategic Programs and Projects, leads the development of econometric, cost-benefit and financial models from first principles to inform the design, implementation and evaluation of job creation and economic development policies and projects. The role provides evidence-based analysis to underpin investment decisions, and to succinctly identify returns to the State from these investments Key accountabilities Lead small project teams to build econometric, cost-benefit and financial models to ensure job creation and economic development investment and policy decisions are based on a strong and rigorous evidence base Using the above mentioned economic assessment tools, undertake assessments pre and postinvestments to determine the likely return to State, and actual return to State over various time intervals Lead or contribute to a range of strategic policy projects that identify market gaps and evidencebased policies and programs to respond these gaps Project manage quality, evidence based economic research and analysis to deliver high quality advice on emerging job creation and economic development issues Facilitate a culture of achievement by providing direction, guidance and support to staff to ensure they have the skills, motivation and knowledge required to formulate quality economic and financial assessments on business, regional and economic development issues and proposals. Provide and contribute to expert economic advice to the Deputy Secretary, Skills and Economic Development, the CEO of Jobs for NSW, the Jobs for NSW Board, and the Executive Director, Economic Policy, Enablers and Analytics Branch. Maintain awareness of emerging economic and industry related policy issues, nationally and internationally, approaches of other jurisdictions, and advances in economic thinking and modelling. Implement systems to ensure comprehensive reports and documents that withstand expert external scrutiny are prepared for all recommended policies and proposed investments. Key Challenges Developing workable concepts and advocating across Jobs for NSW, the Department of Industry and other agencies, to obtain buy-in for the various economic assessment tools developed. Preparing quality economic advice that identifies core issues, includes the evidence base, analyses and evaluates all options, and is cognisant of the political environment and the rapid changes in industry structures being brought about by technology and disruption. Undertaking high quality economic assessments of requests for Jobs for NSW funding with limited data, and quickly identifying issues with modelling processes and outputs in a time critical environment. Key Relationships Who Internal Executive Director, Economic Policy, Enablers and Analytics Branch CEO Jobs for NSW Director, Strategic Programs and Projects Why Provide objective, evidence based advice and analysis on investment proposals and economic issues Provide advice on issues management and responses Initiate robust strategies to advance the Division s objectives Collaborate closely on development of economic assessment tools and strategy more broadly, business planning, submission of briefs and advice, and management of significant projects and/or issues

3 Who Why Formulate operational and strategic plans Team Inspire and motivate project team, and provide leadership and clear direction Provide information and advice about organisational objectives, policies and procedures Jobs for NSW and the Economic Policy, Enablers and Analytics Branch of the Department of Industry External Key stakeholders, other state government agencies, private sector organisations and peak bodies Actively work with Jobs for NSW and the Department of Industry to implement economic assessment tools and initiatives that promote job creation and economic development. Provide economic expertise and/or participate in coordinated activities, discussions of common issues, and policy or project initiatives. Actively partner and work with other Government agencies and relevant private sector stakeholders. Consult with DPC and Treasury on economic assessment tools developed Regularly communicate with other management teams to ensure effective information flows and complementary activities. Contractors and service providers Ensure clarity and probity in the delivery of any contract or service agreement required to implement approved actions Role dimensions Decision making Contributes to critical decisions, including investment decisions, by working independently to provide economic assessments, economic advice and an evidence base. Determines priorities, manages project team workloads and any additional project resources to deliver on economic, policy and project activities. Ensures all documents, reports, ministerial correspondence, policy proposals and submissions are completed within required timeframes and to a high standard. Reporting line Director, Strategic Programs and Projects Direct reports TBC likely to manage project teams rather than direct reports. Budget/Expenditure Subject to approved projects and activities Essential requirements Extensive experience conducting economic analysis, assessments and evaluations. Extensive experience in designing and building econometric, cost-benefit and financial models. Proficiency in use of Excel; experience using other programs such as R, Python, Eviews is highly desirable. Capabilities for the role The applies to all NSW public sector employees. The Capability Framework is available at

4 Capability summary Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this role. The capabilities in bold are the focus capabilities for this role. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities. Capability Group Capability Name Level Display Resilience and Courage Act with Integrity Manage Self Value Diversity Communicate Effectively Commit to Customer Service Work Collaboratively Influence and Negotiate Deliver Results Plan and Prioritise Think and Solve Problems Demonstrate Accountability Finance Technology Procurement and Contract Management Project Management Manage and Develop People Inspire Direction and Purpose Optimise Business Outcomes Manage Reform and Change Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Focus capabilities The focus capabilities for the role are the capabilities in which occupants must demonstrate immediate competence. The behavioural indicators provide examples of the types of behaviours that would be expected at that level and should be reviewed in conjunction with the role s key accountabilities. Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators Personal Attributes Act with Integrity Represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional way and encourage others to do so Demonstrate professionalism to support a culture of integrity within the team/unit Set an example for others to follow and identify and explain ethical issues Ensure that others understand the legislation and policy framework within which they operate Act to prevent and report misconduct, illegal and

5 Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators Relationships Communicate Effectively Relationships Commit to Customer Service Relationships Influence and Negotiate Results Think and Solve Problems Results Demonstrate Accountability inappropriate behaviour Present with credibility, engage varied audiences and test levels of understanding Translate technical and complex information concisely for diverse audiences Create opportunities for others to contribute to discussion and debate Actively listen and encourage others to contribute inputs Adjust style and approach to optimise outcomes Write fluently and persuasively in a range of styles and formats Take responsibility for delivering high quality customerfocused services Understand customer perspectives and ensure responsiveness to their needs Identify customer service needs and implement solutions Find opportunities to co-operate with internal and external parties to improve outcomes for customers Maintain relationships with key customers in area of expertise Connect and collaborate with relevant stakeholders within the community Influence others with a fair and considered approach and present persuasive counter-arguments Work towards mutually beneficial win/win outcomes Show sensitivity and understanding in resolving acute and complex conflicts Identify key stakeholders and gain their support in advance Establish a clear negotiation position based on research, a firm grasp of key issues, likely arguments, points of difference and areas for compromise Pre-empt and minimise conflict within the organisation and with external stakeholders Undertake objective, critical economic analysis to draw accurate conclusions that recognise and address market gaps and industry needs Work through issues, weigh up alternatives and identify the most efficient and effective economic solutions Take account of the wider economic context when considering options to resolve issues Explore a range of possibilities and creative alternatives to contribute to systems, process and business improvements Implement systems and processes that underpin high quality research and analysis Assess work outcomes and identify and share learnings to inform future actions Ensure that actions of self and others are focused on achieving organisational outcomes

6 Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators Business Enablers Finance Business Enablers Project Management People Management Manage and Develop People Exercise delegations responsibly Understand and apply high standards of financial probity with public monies and other resources Identify and implement safe work practices, taking a systematic risk management approach to ensure health and safety of self and others Conduct and report on quality control audits Identify risks to successful achievement of goals, and take appropriate steps to mitigate those risks Understand core financial terminology, policies and processes, and display a knowledge of relevant recurrent and capital financial measures Understand impacts of funding allocations on business planning and budgets, including value for money, choice between direct provision and purchase of services, and financial implications of decisions Understand and apply financial audit, reporting and compliance obligations Identify discrepancies or variances in financial and budget reports, and take corrective action where appropriate Seek specialist advice and support where required Make decisions and prepare business cases paying due regard to financial considerations Prepare clear project proposals and define scope and goals in measurable terms Establish performance outcomes and measures for key project goals, and define monitoring, reporting and communication requirements Prepare accurate estimates of costs and resources required for more complex projects Communicate the project strategy and its expected benefits to others Monitor the completion of project milestones against goals and initiate amendments where necessary Evaluate progress and identify improvements to inform future projects Define and clearly communicate roles and responsibilities to achieve team/unit outcomes Negotiate clear performance standards and monitor progress Develop team/unit plans that take into account team capability, strengths and opportunities for development Provide regular constructive feedback to build on strengths and achieve results Address and resolve team and individual performance issues, including unsatisfactory performance in a timely and effective way Monitor and report on performance of team in line with established performance frameworks