Senior Policy Officer - Liverpool, United Kingdom - Liverpool in Work

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About the RoleWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.

If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced strategy and policy professional to join our corporate policy team.

We are seeking experienced applicants with a successful track record and a passion for innovative, creative, evidence-based strategy and project development.

The post holder will support the review and delivery of our Council Plan and its vision to make Liverpool:
fairer, cleaner, stronger for all.

As Senior Policy Officer you will help shape and deliver this transformational agenda through collaborating with a wide range of colleagues and partners.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise and to work with a wide range of influencers.


Responsibilities:

You will:

develop, monitor and review the Council Plan and ensure its priorities are embedded throughout all council activity, other plans and strategies, and processes such as performance reporting and budget setting.provide corporate support and guidance on strategy and plan development.undertake policy, strategy, research and project development to progress corporate priorities and continuous improvement.support colleagues from across the council on projects and initiatives, as required.provide quality briefings, research intelligence, policy advice, project proposals and evaluation which will enable Liverpool City Council to influence the policies and activities of government and partner agencies/bodies at national, city region and local levels.

What You'll Need:

Excellent broad knowledge of public policy and issues affecting local government and citiesExpertise and achievement within specific and relevant policy areasSubstantial experience of writing, and developing organisational strategies and plansExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write concise, accurate reports and to clearly communicate complex information in a manner appropriate to different audiencesIf you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact Martin Thompson on Please note shortlisting is scheduled to take place week commencing Monday 29 April 2024 and interviews on week commencing Monday 13 May 2024.

Please note that in accordance with the Council's policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all - date 25/04/2024