Our client the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is seeking a Financial Education Manager – Policy and Research.
The Communications Division promotes public awareness and understanding of the role of the CCPC. We empower consumers with information and education on consumer rights, personal finance, competition law and product safety.
We have a three-pillar structure with each pillar led by a Deputy Director:
Pillar 1: Media Relations, Marketing and Stakeholder Engagement
Pillar 2: Consumer Information and Engagement, which includes our website and helpline units
Pillar 3: Financial Education
The Role:
You will develop expertise in the latest and most innovative approaches for effective financial education initiatives and policies.
You will manage personal finance-related research projects in conjunction with the expert research units in the CCPC and external research companies.
This is an opportunity for a motivated professional with policy and/or research experience, to join a growing multi-disciplinary team.
The Manager will report to the Head of Unit of Financial Education and will be responsible for managing one direct report.
In addition to the immediate appointment from this campaign, an order of merit may be established.
The Successful Candidate:
You will be able to scope and research issues, draw conclusions, make evidence-based recommendations, and communicate your views clearly.
You will have previously worked in a policy, research or legislative focused role, and be comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects, working across different subject areas, deadlines, and multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
• Leading and drafting responses to national and international public policy consultations and surveys related to personal finance, financial literacy, financial education and financial consumer protection.
• Reviewing policy or legislative proposals and distilling them into concise, easy to understand content, suitable for a wide range of stakeholders including policy makers, media and the general public.
• Researching and drafting evidence-based CCPC position papers on financial literacy, financial education and financial consumer protection issues.
• Working with the CCPC's internal research teams and outsourced research agencies to deliver research projects that capture consumer insights.
Essential:
• A third level qualification in a relevant area, e.g. Finance, Business, Economics, Social Policy, Law, Public Policy, Financial Advice (QFA).
• A minimum of three years' relevant experience, e.g. in public policy research/ appraisal, policy development, research to inform policy development.
• Proven ability to research, collate, analyse and present information in a clear, balanced and concise manner.
Application Process:
To apply for this opportunity, candidates must submit the application form for this opportunity before the closing date for applications.