Policy Analyst

About the Opportunity

• Provide practical, high-quality policy advice for Ministers and senior leaders
• Lead and manage moderately complex policy projects, end-to-end
• Build options papers that weigh costs, risks, benefits and implementation impacts
• Partner with delivery teams so implementation is embedded in policy development
• Work across agencies and stakeholder groups to bring diverse perspectives into advice

What You’ll Bring

• Experience producing clear, concise written advice using sound policy frameworks
• Strong research and analytical capability; confident using data and literature
• Knowledge of the public sector environment and the Machinery of Government
• Strong relationship skills and the ability to work across diverse stakeholders
• A strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its implications for policy work

What’s on Offer

• Purpose-led policy work with visible impact and strong Ministerial exposure
• A busy, varied portfolio with scope to lead workstreams and shape direction
• Supportive team culture with peer review, coaching and development pathways
• Regular cross-agency collaboration and exposure to complex public issues

Next Steps?
To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch.

For any questions give Rebecca Berney a call on 021500763 and quote Job ID: 17787 for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.  

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