NKPD code: 1213
Policy and planning managers plan, organise, direct and coordinate strategic planning and policy activities in governmental or non-governmental organisations and private-sector structures, or manage the activities of enterprises or organisations that provide such services. Policy and planning managers perform the following main tasks: developing, implementing and monitoring strategic plans, programmes, policies, processes, systems and procedures to achieve goals, objectives and work standards; developing, directing, administering and participating in policy, research and policy analysis; coordinating the implementation of policies and good practices; establishing performance reporting criteria and accountability measures; planning and directing daily operations; leading and managing the activities of staff engaged in policy development and strategic planning; overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff; consulting with senior managers and with managers of other structural units and departments; representing the enterprise or organisation in dealings with other bodies or organisations. Examples of occupations in this unit group: – Economic director – Director of a directorate, administration – Head of department, administration – Head, department of economic analysis and forecasting – Head of sector, administration – Head, strategic planning – Project manager