Policy Analyst / Senior Policy Analyst - Employment Policy team
Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
About us
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
Policy Analyst / Senior Policy Analyst - Employment Policy team
- Permanent opportunity
- Wellington based
Mō te tīma / About our team
You will be part of a wider supportive policy branch where collegiality and delivery of high-quality policy advice lead to better outcomes for Aotearoa New Zealanders.
Mō te tūnga / About the role
These opportunities sit within the Employment Policy team, which focuses on supporting people getting into, and staying in, work within Aotearoa New Zealand.
Helping more people into employment is a key priority of the Government. The Employment Policy team provides policy advice to support this priority and MSD's employment service, including employment programmes for people who are disadvantaged in the labour market.
The Employment Policy team works closely with other teams within the organisation as well as partnering with other government agencies and key external stakeholders. We are a busy, diverse and friendly team.
Our people are focused on delivering high quality policy advice in a positive, supportive team environment. We focus on staff wellbeing and personal work and life balance. We pride ourselves on investing in developing and supporting our staff to reach their full potential.
Mōu – Ngā Pūkenga me ngā Wheako / Skills and experience
We're keen to hear from motivated Policy Analysts and Senior Policy Analysts with a track record in policy advice.
- You'll need strong analytical and critical thinking ability and excellent judgement.
- We're looking for great people skills as you'll be working with stakeholders across our organisation and externally.
- We're keen on people who will fit our collegial, supportive culture, and have the action orientation to shape, lead and contribute to policy work that is a priority for Ministers and our Chief Executive.
If you're considering the Senior Policy Analyst role, we'll also expect you to demonstrate:
- leadership ability and experience in providing advice on complex issues along with the skills and an interest in coaching and developing others;
- skills in building relationships and leading engagement with stakeholders, both internally and externally to the Ministry; and
- experience in enhancing the team's capability, including supporting junior staff with their projects.\
- curiosity;
- understanding of Te Ao Māori and commitment to upholding the Treaty of Waitangi;
- perseverance;
- clear communication skills; and
- collaborative working style.
Nōu te rourou / What's in it for you
- Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported
- An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey and your wellbeing
Te mahi ki konei / What are the Benefits of working in Policy at MSD?
- We are a large organisation with policies and services that support most New Zealanders at some point in their life.
- We work collaboratively with the service delivery groups of our Ministry and with our policy colleagues across government, to ensure fit for purpose policies.
- Our practice is guided by a foundation of shared cultural behaviours which has embedded a positive and supportive working environment.
- We have a strategic direction – Te Pae Tawhiti – that sets out a strong vision and purpose for MSD.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, we work towards supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. We aim to acknowledge and be guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and to pursue the following values in our work:
- Manaaki – we care about the wellbeing and success of people
- Mahi tahi – we work together, making a difference for communities
- Whānau – we are inclusive and build a sense of belonging and place
- Tika me te pono – we do the right thing with integrity
Please include in your cover letter the position title you are applying for.
Position Description
Senior Policy Analyst Salary range: $112,372 - $136,429
Policy Analyst Salary range: $78,222 - $94,689
How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Sunday 11th May, 2025.
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.