Occupation

223332 Policy Analyst

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

223332 Policy Analyst

Develops and analyses policies guiding the design, implementation and modification of government or commercial operations and programs.

Alternative title

  • Policy Adviser

Specialisation

  • Foreign Policy Officer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Liaises and consults with stakeholders to identify policy needs
  • Reviews existing policies and legislation to identify anomalies and out-of-date provisions
  • Researches social, economic and industrial trends, and client expectations of programs and services provided
  • Formulates and analyses policy options, prepares briefing papers and recommendations for policy changes, and advises on preferred options
  • Assesses impacts, financial implications, interactions with other programs, and both political and administrative feasibility of policies