Policy Manager Job Profile About the HCPC The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is the regulator of 16 different health professions, set up to protect the public. To do this, we keep a register of health professionals who meet our standards for their training, professional skills, behaviour and health. The organisation employs around 200 employees, who work in nine departments Registration; Fitness to Practise; Education; Communications; Policy & Standards; Operations; Human Resources; Finance and IT. About the Policy and Standards Department The department researches, writes and develops reports and policy documents relating to the work of the HCPC. It also oversees the process of consultation, and the creation of any Professional Liaison Groups or other working groups created within Policy & Standards. -
The Director of Policy and Standards heads up the department and is a member of the Executive Management Team (EMT), taking responsibility for the strategic aspects of Policy and Standards and the work plan/ agenda. o The PA to Director of Policy and Standards provides proactive administrative and secretarial support to the Director of Policy and Standards and Director of Communications o The Policy Manager assists in developing and implementing the Council’s policy and strategy, taking responsibility for areas of the Policy and Standards Department’s work. o The Policy Officers research, write and develop reports and policy documents relating to the work of HCPC
Application & Selection Process Applicants for the Policy Manager role must complete the HCPC application form in full. Please note: any CVs submitted will not be seen by the panel for the purposes of shortlisting, but will be provided to them if you are selected for interview. Applicants for the role will be shortlisted by a panel w/c Monday 3 February 2014. Successful candidates will be invited for interview on Monday 17 February 2014. Please try to ensure your availability on this day, as it may not be possible for the panel to see you at another time. Completed applications should be sent to:
[email protected]
Alternatively they can be posted to:
Human Resources HCPC Park House 184 Kennington Park Road London SE11 4BU
Enquiries should be directed to:
HR - 020 78403476
The closing date for applications is Friday 31 January 2014 at 09.00am.
Job Description – Policy Manager Department:
Policy and Standards
Reports To:
Director of Policy & Standards
Direct Reports:
Policy Officer x 2
Salary Band:
Band C
Main Purpose of Job
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To lead and manage Policy Officers within the Policy and Standards Department.
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To assist in developing and implementing the Council’s policy and strategy, taking responsibility for an area or areas of the Policy and Standards Department’s work.
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To research, write and develop reports and policy documents relating to the work of HCPC.
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To assist the Council in establishing and reviewing standards.
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To assist the Director of Policy and Standards.
Position in Organisation •
Reports to the Director of Policy and Standards.
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Liaises with employees at all levels within the organisation.
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Liaises with relevant external stakeholders.
Scope of Job •
To be responsible for the day-to-day management of Policy Officers within the Policy and Standards Department.
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To manage and be responsible for an area or areas of the Policy and Standards Department’s work, including, as appropriate, budgeting, work-planning and project management.
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To contribute to the development of the workplan for area or areas of policy expertise.
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To research, write and develop a variety of reports and documents related to consultations, policy, guidance and standards, including papers for the Council and its Committees.
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To manage and support any Professional Liaison Groups (PLGs) or other working groups.
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To provide information and guidance to management on all policy and standards issues.
Dimensions and Limits of Authority •
Deputise for the Director of Policy and Standards when required.
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Responsibility for standards, guidance, and policy projects relating to policy area or areas of responsibility.
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Contribute to management of the Policy and Standards budget, including raising and approving purchase orders and engaging contractors where appropriate.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Essential •
Educated to degree level or with equivalent skills and knowledge.
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Proven ability to work effectively in a policy, public affairs or regulatory environment.
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Proven ability to lead, manage, support and motivate a team, including monitoring performance.
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Proven ability to build effective internal and external stakeholder relationships including demonstrated networking and negotiation skills and ability to manage working groups.
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Excellent written English, with proven ability to research and write accessible, clear policy documents and reports for a range of audiences.
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Excellent oral communication skills, with ability to communicate effectively at all levels of seniority, including ability to convey complex information in an accessible way.
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Proven ability to write and deliver presentations to different audiences.
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Proven ability to act as a credible, informed spokesperson on policy and standards issues.
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Proven ability to develop in-depth understanding of legislation and to critically apply this knowledge to policy development.
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Proven ability to manage projects, weigh up conflicting demands and make decisions independently.
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Excellent interpersonal skills with high levels of tact, diplomacy and political awareness.
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Ability to work effectively as a member of team.
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Willingness to travel on a regular basis throughout the UK and overseas, including overnight stays as required.
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Sound working knowledge of window based software packages, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic mail, and the internet.
Duties and Key Responsibilities Your principal duties and key responsibilities will be those set out below. In addition to those duties, HCPC reserves the right to require you to undertake additional or other duties within your capacity as may from time to time be reasonably required and necessary to meet the needs of the HCPC. Research •
To monitor policy, legislative and other developments relevant to professional regulation and the role of the HCPC and identify any implications for the organisation.
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To undertake research and provide background briefings and information for Council members, management team and external organisations on request.
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To research and prepare HCPC responses to external consultations, including consultations where complex policy decisions and external advice are needed. Writing
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To write briefings, reports, consultation documents, Council and Committee papers, material for the website and intranet, and other documents as required. Liaison
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To represent and promote the HCPC at conferences, meetings and other events including participating as a panellist at HCPC events.
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To work in collaboration with the Communications Department to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Council members, on policy matters.
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To ensure close links are established between Policy and Standards and other areas of the HCPC. Management and project work
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To lead, manage, support and motivate Policy Officers within the Policy and Standards Department
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Oversee the day-to day work and workload of Policy Officers within the Policy and Standards Department, briefing the Director of Policy and Standards on any significant issues.
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To actively contribute to the Department’s workplan, including developing and exploring potential areas of work.
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To oversee budget for area of policy responsibility.
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To participate in cross-departmental projects relevant to Policy and Standards.
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To manage and provide support to any Professional Liaison Group (PLG) or other working groups. Communications
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To actively contribute to Policy and Standards Department communications work, internally and externally, working with the Communications Department where appropriate.
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To advise management team and employees on important policy and standards issues, where appropriate.
General •
To assist the Director of Policy and Standards as required.
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To carry out the responsibilities of the post with due regard to the HCPC’s Diversity Policy and to treat colleagues and other HCPC stakeholders with respect and dignity at all times.
