We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Policy Officer to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the Council's lead policy adviser for a range of strategic areas. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining policies and strategies to support Council operations and partnerships. Additionally, you will lead multi-disciplinary teams, supervise staff, and contribute to key decision-making processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as the Council's principal adviser on a range of policy areas, implementing a comprehensive work programme.
Provide supervision and guidance to Policy/Assistant Policy Officers, ensuring effective workload management.
Lead multidisciplinary project teams in the development and execution of strategic policies and programmes.
Undertake or commission research to support evidence-based policy development.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including service users and partners, to inform policy and strategy.
Monitor the implementation and outcomes of policies and strategies, ensuring continuous improvement.
Stay informed on legislative and policy developments, reporting on their implications for the Council.
Support partnership working and manage the Council's strategic partnership arrangements.
Contribute to budget preparation, funding bids, and allocation processes as necessary.
Prepare reports for senior management, elected members, and external partners.Essent...