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Period of Appointment

Appointment to the role is on a permanent basis (up to 73.5 hours per fortnight).

Duties

• Lead the development, implementation, promotion and evaluation of projects, programs, and services aligned with the priorities of the Small Business Unit, and the Department’s policies, procedures and frameworks.
• Prepare project plans, communications plans, procedures, budget documents, deeds and other documentation as required to support the delivery of projects, programs, and services.
• Compile and manage written responses including Ministerials, briefing notes, function packages and information requests on behalf of the Small Business Unit, including consulting with members of the Small Business Unit and other key stakeholders to gather inputs to ensure high quality written responses.
• Manage multiple tasks in parallel and resolve urgent and often conflicting priority issues as they arise.
• Effectively build relationships and liaise with internal and external stakeholders including other State Growth business units, government agencies, and business representatives, to identify opportunities for collaboration and maximise the effectiveness of Government initiatives.
• Represent the Department to undertake consultation, negotiation and contract management activities with stakeholders from a wide variety of government agencies, non-government organisations, and the business sector.
• May be required to supervise a small team, including responsibility for effective management including coaching and mentoring, work allocation and prioritisation, conflict resolution and performance management.
• Undertake other at duties as required.

Desirable Requirements

• A current driver’s licence
• Relevant qualification in business, project management or other filed applicable to the role.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

 Statement of Duties - Project and Policy Manager (005654).docx

 Statement of Duties - Project and Policy Manager (005654).pdf

 Advice to applicants.DOCX

 Advice to applicants.pdf

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How to apply

To apply, please provide a one to two page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. 

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Complete the following application form and email your application to us at recruitment@stategrowth.tas.gov.au

 Application for Employment (Form 201).DOCX

 Application for Employment (Form 201).pdf