Manager, Analysis and Policy (Note Issue)

• Important leadership role helping shape cash-related policy

• Contribute to an inclusive and collaborative culture

• Impactful work that helps make a difference to the Australian people

• Permanent Opportunity

About the team

We are seeking an experienced leader to join the Analysis and Policy area of the Note Issue Department. This is an exciting time to be working on cash-related policy, supporting the RBA’s strategic priorities and public policy objectives for an industry that is evolving.

The Analysis and Policy area has recently grown into two teams which are: Analysis and Policy (Distribution) and Analysis and Policy (Quality). As the successful candidate, you will lead one of the two teams.

About the role

You will help lead and enable a team of analysts, working on a range of priority topics related to the cash distribution system, banknote quality and the future of money. Key to this role will be the development of capabilities within the team and the management of workflows.

The role will involve producing high-quality analysis and policy advice, collaborating with other RBA teams and engaging with industry stakeholders and other policy agencies. Your ability to foster employee engagement and support an open and dynamic team culture will be crucial to your success.

Further to this, you will:

• Create and foster a culture aligned to the RBA’s open and dynamic cultural ambition, enabling an environment for high levels of employee engagement and achievement.

• Lead, guide and develop your team and individuals within your teams to effectively achieve Note Issue’s goals.

• Contribute to the broader strategic direction and leadership of Note Issue Department, sharing accountability with other leaders for overall performance of deliverables and outcomes.

• Provide high-quality analysis, advice and briefing materials that contribute to the organisation's strategic goals. Execute effective work plans.

• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships and collaborate effectively to support and enhance analysis and outcomes.

• Provide proactive and effective communication, encouraging multilevel feedback and fostering a culture of openness and trust.

• Ensure operational accountability in regards to people management, budget, processes and risk management

• Foster an environment of continuous improvement. Lead the implementation of policies, systems and process changes.

About you

We are looking for a thoughtful leader who is passionate about public policy. Given the nature of the work in the section and department, you will bring with you:

• strong critical thinking skills to guide and produce analysis on complex policy questions and issues

• good organisational and time management skills

• a demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with the intended audience in mind

• experience in leading people and coaching junior staff

• strong stakeholder management skills

• relevant tertiary qualifications in economics, finance, or related disciplines

Be More
Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
Why RBA?
The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.

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