Policy Official

Are you organised to respond to competing priorities? 

The post will sit in the Directorate for Business and Better Regulation, in DG Economy, as part of the Tourism and Hospitality Unit. Tourism and hospitality play a vital role in the support of Scotland’s inclusive economic growth. They are a key foundation of Scotland’s everyday economy, which together with retail provides employment, service and opportunities for communities, visitors and tourists alike. 

This is a great opportunity to be at the heart of the Scottish Government’s approach to working with business at a time of significant economic challenge and change. You will work closely with colleagues across DGE and beyond, delivery partners, stakeholders and Ministers. You will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of policy issues and priorities (i.e. Fair work, innovation, community empowerment, sustainable transport, and other emerging areas). 

• Draft briefings and provide advice for senior officials and/or Ministers.
• Handle correspondence such as Ministerial submissions, official letters, parliamentary questions (PQs), and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests.
• Contribute to the Tourism and Hospitality programme by engaging with key stakeholders and supporting scheduled events.
• Assist colleagues with the day-to-day management of business operations.
• Collaborate with team members on incoming policy commissions for the Tourism and Hospitality Team.
• Deliver administrative support for corporate functions, including financial processes, governance, and record-keeping systems.

Success Profile

Success profiles are specific to each job and they include the mix of skills, experience and behaviours candidates will be assessed on.

Technical / Professional Skills:

1. Policy Context and Purpose - Level 1
2. Working with Ministers – Level 1 

You can find out more about the skills required here: Policy Profession Standards Annex

Behaviours:

• Communicating and Influencing - Level 2
• Working Together - Level 2
• Delivering at Pace - Level 2

You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours, here: Behaviour levels - Success profiles: candidate guide - gov.scot

How to apply

Apply online, providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 750 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the skills, experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above. If invited for further assessment, this will consist of an interview and a presentation. Assessments are scheduled for w/c 18/08 however this may be subject to change. About Us

The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including: education, health, the economy, justice, housing and transport. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles.

Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer. 

As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules.

Working Pattern

Our standard hours are 35 hours per week.  We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for,  please contact us.

Equality Statement

We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.  

Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.

Further information

Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website.

Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.