Senior Policy Manager - B3

This opportunity is only open to applicants who are Scottish Government employees, and are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.

We have an opportunity for a B3 Senior Policy Manager to join the Strategic Energy Projects Team on a permanent basis to support cross-cutting and strategic areas of energy, including leading the Energy FMQ and other cross-cutting areas of energy policy.

This role offers the chance to join a friendly and supportive team in a high-profile role that offers excellent development prospects. This post will work at the heart of the Scottish Government’s approach to energy within the Strategic Energy Projects team in the Energy Strategy and Markets Unit, which is part of the Energy and Climate Change Directorate. The post will report to the C1 Head of Strategic Energy Projects.

The post will involve leading on distinct areas of work. The Strategic Energy Projects team helps co-ordinate and provide strategic oversight of the work of various policy areas to achieve SG's overall priorities for a renewables transition that brings significant wider benefits to the economy, consumers and communities.

You will be a cross-cutting briefing and correspondence lead for energy, developing strategic oversight of key issues and drafting high quality responses. This will involve developing a consistent narrative and key messages on energy policy. Key to this will be building effective relationships across Scottish Government.

You will lead on the Energy FMQs process, ensuring it reflects the latest developments and SG responses on energy issues. You will also support the wider work of the team, including leading on briefing for the Minister for Europe, External Affairs and Energy and other ministers (including the First Minister), as well as senior officials. This may include briefing on UK Government reforms and policy developments and providing sector updates.

Key to this role will be developing an understanding of the energy priorities of the Scottish Government and maintaining awareness of emerging policy issues, particularly by monitoring energy related activity in the Scottish Parliament and developing a good network of contacts across Scottish Government.

This is a changeable environment, where each week is different and varies in line with external developments. You will be required to work flexibly as needs arise and may move from one project to another as priorities evolve.

Responsibilities

• Leading on the development of the Energy FMQ to ensure it reflects a core narrative on energy and latest developments
• Acting as Committee Liaison Officer on energy with the Scottish Parliament andmaintaining an awareness of energy related activity and issues in the Scottish Parliament.
• Leading on drafting concise, accurate and timely responses to correspondence and PQs, tracking progress and escalating issues where appropriate.
• Supporting the wider functions of the unit on a project basis, providing flexible support as required. This includes providing official support on PQs, briefing and other activities as requested by your line manager.
• Working pattern
• This role is a permanent level transfer position.

How to Apply

• Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B3 employees.
• Please submit a CV and a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).
• Vacancy closes at 11:59pm on 20th October.

Selection Process

All applications will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager.

Informal discussions are to be confirmed.

Further Information

If you have specific questions about the role, please contact [email protected]

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