Services

Integrated Policy Solutions has substantial working knowledge and understanding of government policymaking at the highest level Associate Professor Keith Evans has held various high ranking public and community sector leadership roles in Australasia. He has also worked extensively in Europe, the United Kingdom and Africa.

Government and non-government clients can tap into this wealth of experience and expertise in various ways.

Health and Solcial Policy Analysis

A/ Professor Keith Evans has an extensive background in health care delivery and health systems management. Over the past 30 years he has made important contributions in setting the direction of government and public policy reform through his contribution to policy developments in Australia and New Zealand, as well as active engagements in the United Kingdom, Europe and Africa.

IPS services include:

  • analysis of complex health and societal issues
  • planning for future trends and developing new directions
  • engaging with key policy makers
  • evaluating strategies and policy objectives
  • providing an interface with global policy trends
  • internal and external reviews
  • preparing policy documents.

Strategic Planning

Keith has directed strategic planning for social reform agendas for multiple government and community stakeholders. He has supported policy development for local and national governments, law enforcement, education, and social welfare organisations.

IPS services include:

  • reviewing organisational strengths
  • helping organisations adapt to rapidly changing environments
  • determining targets and future directions
  • working with clients to test strategic scenarios
  • liaison with staff and stakeholders
  • securing organisational buy-in for reform
  • document preparation.

Government Relations

During his three decades working with governments Keith has established extensive networks involving ministers, senior advisors and policymakers. These contacts coupled with his deep understanding of the regulatory process are invaluable for organisations seeking to influence decision-making.

IPS services include:

  • facilitating relationships in local, state and federal governments
  • providing a liaison service between government and non-government parties
  • framing activities to set agendas
  • communicating complex issues to assist policy development
  • support with submission development and preparation.

Facilitation

Complex and challenging policy issues often end in conflict. Keith has enormous experience in Australasia, the UK, Europe and Africa in bringing opposing parties together to find solutions.

IPS services include:

  • national and international public policy forums
  • Providing an interface between policy and practice
  • managing workshops on complex public policy
  • facilitating and overseeing organisational change and restructure
  • finding common ground involving opposing and fixed viewpoints
  • managing conflict resolution.

Leadership Development

Keith has been a successful leader within the public sector and international agencies over three decades. He uses his in-depth knowledge of contemporary leadership theory and practice to support clients in a number of ways.

IPS services include:

  • leadership development for middle and senior management
  • individual and team leadership training
  • change management
  • mentoring support.

Integrated Policy Solutions is the consultancy business operated by Associate Professor Keith Evans.