Government Chief of Staff

Reports to a government official, often a senior politician or agency head

Reporting Relationship
Wide-ranging, covering policy development, strategic planning, and stakeholder management
Scope of Responsibilities
Significant, particularly in policy and strategic decisions
Decision-Making Authority
Integral to government policy and strategic planning processes
Strategic Planning
May manage staff within a government office or department
Team Management
Involved in high-level government meetings and briefings
Meeting Involvement
Manages government projects and initiatives
Project Management
Key communicator for government policies and decisions
Communication
Develops skills in government operations and policy-making
Professional Development