Senior Policy & Governance Analyst

The Senior Policy and Governance Analyst will provide strategic leadership and advice on policy development and governance frameworks within the organization. This role involves researching, drafting, and executing comprehensive policies, developing policy recommendations, advising senior leadership, designing, and implementing effective governance structures, and overseeing processes to ensure adherence to best practices.

Key Responsibilities : Policy Development and Advisory

Conduct comprehensive research on emerging policy issues and industry trends that may impact the organization.

Develop, draft, and implement new policies and frameworks that align with the organization's objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Regularly review and update existing policies to ensure their relevance, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws and standards.

Design, maintain, and provide expert guidance on detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for key committees, departments, and organizational functions.

Offer strategic policy advice to senior leadership, supporting informed decision-making on critical organizational initiatives.

Prepare clear, concise reports, briefings, and presentations for leadership, board members, and external stakeholders.

Governance and Compliance

Develop and implement governance frameworks, monitor compliance, and provide strategic advice on risk management practices to ensure effective oversight and decision-making within the organization.

Prepare materials, reports, and recommendations to support board meetings, including updates on legislative changes, governance, and compliance matters.

Serve as the primary liaison with regulators, industry bodies, and external auditors, ensuring the organization complies with all external governance requirements.

Oversee internal processes and operations to ensure adherence to applicable laws and industry regulations (e.g., data privacy laws, financial regulations, environmental standards).

Conduct regular audits to identify and address potential compliance gaps or risks.

Educate staff on governance best practices and promote adherence to established frameworks and standards throughout the organization.

Process Development

Evaluate and optimize internal processes, with a focus on enhancing information flow across the organization.

Analyze existing meeting structures and propose improvements to enhance clarity, collaboration, and decision-making.

Develop and implement processes that promote cross-functional coordination and structure meetings between senior leaders and departments to achieve impactful outcomes.

Provide support in planning, executing, and completing high-priority projects led by the General Managers & CEO’s Office.

Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO’s Office, facilitating seamless communication with various departments.

Exhibit adaptability in responding to changing priorities, work environments, and evolving responsibilities to effectively address business needs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in public policy, business administration, law, or related field; Master's degree preferred.

Seven or more years of experience in an upper-management role, preferably in policy, governance, and advisory position.

Strong computer skills are essential (high level skills in Microsoft Office products, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook).

Project Management experience.

Experience in proposal writing

Museums / Cultural Sector experience desirable.

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