Policy Development Officer

Isle of Man Government • Douglas, AZ

31d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is a limited term appointment for 12 months covering a career break. About the role Do you want to help shape the future of the Isle of Man? We are seeking a Policy Development Officer to join the Cabinet Office Policy Development Team. This is a unique opportunity to work at the centre of Government, supporting the Chief Minister, the Minister for the Cabinet Office, and the Council of Ministers in delivering key policy objectives. As a Policy Development Officer, you will contribute to shaping policies that support the Island Plan's priorities for a secure, vibrant, and sustainable community. You will work on a range of policy projects, either independently or as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues across Government and external stakeholders. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, political awareness, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You should be organised, proactive, and able to build constructive relationships at all levels. If you are ready to apply your skills to help develop policies that make a real difference, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• strong analytical and communication skills
• political awareness
• the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• organised
• proactive
• able to build constructive relationships at all levels

Benefits

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
• A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take as leave.
• Enjoy occasional remote working opportunities, with prior agreement from your manager.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
• Access to the Government staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees