Senior Policy Analyst, Strategic & Treaty Policy | Wellington City

Job Description

Job title: Senior Policy Analyst, Strategic & Treaty Policy

Role type: Permanent, full-time

Location: Wellington City

Salary Range: GSR D, $98,955 - $132,427 depending on skills and experience.

(Salary midpoint is $115,691 per annum)

Kōrero mō te Tūranga - About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Policy Analyst to join the Strategic & Treaty Policy team in the Strategy Insights & Evidence directorate within MPI's Policy & Trade business unit.

The Strategic and Treaty Policy team supports MPI to deliver on cross-cutting, strategic policy issues, including Treaty of Waitangi policy. The team is responsible for engaging with other agencies on cross cutting, strategic policy issues, co-ordinating across MPI to develop Departmental positions on policy issues while also providing and building Treaty of Waitangi advice and capability.      

We are seeking an experienced Senior Policy Analyst to lead the development of strategic policy positions across MPI and present these to Ministers, other agencies and other key stakeholders. You will work closely with teams across MPI, other Government agencies and beyond.

As part of this role, you will:

• Provide policy advice that clearly communicates complex issues to Ministers;
• Lead engagement internally at MPI, with other government agencies and beyond to ensure practical and effective advice;
• Develop innovative and practical policy options across various topics;
• Build and maintain effective relationships to monitor the progress of specific issues;
• Support the team and directorate growth by sharing knowledge and skills through mentoring and coaching.

Mōu - About You

Ideally, you are currently working as a Senior Policy Analyst or in a similar role, with demonstrated core policy experience.

You 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 connecting with various stakeholders including Ministers and other agencies and presenting information in a way that can be easily understood by various internal and external audiences.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• At least 2 years' experience as a Senior Policy Analyst or in a similar policy role;
• Previous experience and interest to build expertise in economic policy is desired, but not essential;
• Experience using a range of oral, written, and visual mediums to communicate effectively in diverse situations;
• Critical thinking and analytical skills to solve complex policy problems;
• Ability to provide clear, concise, well-reasoned, articulate and practical advice;
• Strong self-motivation, with a demonstrated curiosity and desire to learn more; including leading and coaching others to deliver high-quality work;
• A demonstrated ability to anticipate possible challenges and prepare for or mitigate them;
• Flexibility and comfort working with ambiguity;
• 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  

Policy and Trade provides sector-level 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. Our people are our greatest resource. They are collaborative, supportive, passionate, and are highly skilled in a range of economic, science and social disciplines.

This is a Wellington based role reporting to the Manager Strategic & Treaty Policy. The team are looking for someone with strong core policy skills who can hit the ground running.

The team also works closely with the wider Policy & Trade business unit, government agencies and industry so there is ample opportunity to build meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

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 Monday 2 June. 

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

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