About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly autonomous professional to lead the development and management of business cases for the State Budget 2027/28 process.
This role will oversee the preparation of 7 business cases covering 18 strategic initiatives, working closely with senior stakeholders across government to ensure high-quality, evidence-based submissions aligned with budget priorities and policy objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end development of multiple business cases for State Budget 2027/28 initiatives
- Manage and coordinate 18 initiatives across several workstreams
- Engage with executive stakeholders, policy teams, finance, and operational leads
- Develop compelling, evidence-based recommendations and funding proposals
- Ensure business cases align with government frameworks, budget requirements, and strategic priorities
- Prepare high-quality written documentation, including:
- Strategic assessments
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Financial and economic justifications
- Risk assessments
- Implementation planning
- Drive timelines, dependencies, and approvals with minimal supervision
- Provide strategic advice and challenge where required
Essential Requirements
- Demonstrated experience developing business cases within a government environment
- Strong understanding of state budget processes and government funding submissions
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to work autonomously and deliver outcomes in fast-paced environments
- Strong analytical, strategic, and written communication capability
- Experience coordinating across senior executive and cross-functional teams
Desirable Experience
- Experience working on Treasury or central agency submissions
- Familiarity with public sector investment frameworks and assurance processes
- Background in policy, strategy, transformation, or program delivery
Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Krunal Patel on Krunal.Patel@davidsonwp.com, quoting reference JN -052026-43324. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com
