Simple Steps Advisory

Simple Steps is able to provide professional support in public policy, governance, and professional development. With experience spanning the NSW and Australian Public Service—including as a Senior Executive Service Band 1 and two stints as a Policy Adviser to both NSW and Commonwealth ministers — Rick provides strategic insights and tailored solutions across multiple domains. Core services of Simple Steps Advisory include (but are not limited to): ➤ Professional Coaching – Supporting individuals enhance leadership, career progression, and decision-making skills (specialising in entry level and executive public servants). ➤ Independent Panel Membership – Serving as an independent for grants, procurement, and recruitment processes. ➤ Policy & Program Review / service delivery support – Assessing policies, programs, and stakeholder engagement strategies to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and impact. Ability to assist in delivery of your programs. ➤ Grant writing support – support for organisations seeking to seek grant (or other) funding. With deep experience in public policy, including: social security and welfare quaranting, Aboriginal land rights, place-based service delivery, remote employment services, ministerial services. Rick offers practical advice and solutions grounded in real-world experience. Beyond these core services, we are adaptable to client needs—offering expertise in related areas upon request. Simple Steps Advisory provide tailored, high-quality advisory services that drive meaningful outcomes. Pro bono and low bono support for Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations and NGOs can also be considered. Get in touch today.