Policy Analyst and Senior Policy Analyst, Animal Sector Policy | Wellington City

Job Description

Job Title: Policy Analyst and Senior Policy Analyst, Animal Sector Policy

Role type: Permanent, full-time

Location: Wellington City

Policy Analyst: GSR F, $74,964 - $99,968 depending on skills and experience.

Senior Policy Analyst: GSR D, $98,955 - $132,427 depending on skills and experience.

Kōrero mō te Tūranga - About the Role

We are seeking a Policy Analyst and Senior Policy Analyst to join the Animal Sector Policy team in the Primary Sector Policy directorate within MPI's Policy & Trade branch.

Policy & Trade provides strategic thinking and evidence-based advice for effective government decision-making for systems related to agriculture, forestry, fisheries, biosecurity, food, animal welfare and rural communities.

The Animal Sector Policy team provides analysis and advice on the performance of New Zealand's animal-based primary sectors with a focus on our larger sectors - meat, dairy and wool. We work across the range of issues and opportunities facing these sectors to support their economic growth for the benefit of New Zealand.

Policy Analyst:

We are seeking an early career policy analyst who wants to develop their policy skillset in a primary sector policy role. The successful applicant will work across the range of work our team undertakes.

This includes a range of Ministerial servicing and policy work such as meeting and event briefings, speeches, Ministerials, board appointments, Cabinet papers, and Commodity Levy Orders. There will also be opportunities to gain exposure to larger policy projects.

Senior Policy Analyst:

We are seeking an experienced senior policy analyst to take a lead role on a significant regulatory review. The focus of this role will be on the upcoming statutorily required review of the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act 2001, which our team is leading. The successful applicant will work alongside the lead adviser to undertake analysis, engage across government and the dairy industry, progress the team's thinking, and draft policy documents. This project will provide an opportunity to build and hone your skills in competition and regulatory economic policy.

Mōu - About You

The ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, a solution focussed approach, and a proven ability to establish and develop effective relationships. You will be comfortable presenting information in a way that can be easily understood by various internal and external audiences.

As a Policy Analyst, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience as a policy analyst or a similar working environment;
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Flexibility and comfort with working with ambiguity;
• Understanding of the machinery of government and the role of policy advice;
• A delivery-focussed approach and ability to progress multiple pieces of work simultaneously;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to make a positive contribution to the team.

As a Senior Policy Analyst, you will be able to demonstrate:

• At least 2 years' experience as a Senior Policy Analyst or in a similar role;
• Experience working on a regulatory review, preferably with a competition or economic policy focus;
• An ability and desire to build expertise in competition and economic policy;
• Ability to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to challenge the status quo;
• Ability to provide clear, concise, well-reasoned, articulate and practical advice;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to make a positive contribution to the team;
• Ability to build and maintain a network of relationships with stakeholders across MPI, other Government agencies, and Industry.

You do not need to meet all the role requirements to apply. We offer a breadth of development and learning opportunities and will welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit. 

Mō tō mātou Rōpū - About the Team  

You will be based in our Wellington office, reporting to the Manager Animal Sector Policy, and working alongside a small high performing team. This team have a broad programme of work including strategic and regulatory policy projects and Ministerial servicing.

This team like to work collaboratively, and actively look for opportunities for people to contribute to work across the team, the wider directorate and MPI so there is ample opportunity to develop and build meaningful internal and external relationships.

Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua - About MPI

We're passionate about growing prosperity in the sector while ensuring respect for Kaitiaki – guardianship of our natural resources.

Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua - Benefits of working at MPI

• Annual Wellness payment
• Reduced premiums for Group Healthcare Schemes
• Additional MPI leave days.

Benefits of working at MPI

Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake? - Are you ready to make a difference?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatū Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about your interest and motivations for this role and the personal attributes and prior experiences you will bring to the team and MPI.

To view the position description and/or apply online, please click “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday 9 February.

In your Cover Letter, please indicate which role you are applying for.

If you have any questions about the role, please email Louise.Devine@mpi.govt.nz 

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