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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.

Senior Policy Analyst - Employment Policy team

• Wellington based
• 6 month Fixed term/ Secondment or Interagency Secondment opportunity and 1 permanent opportunity

A 6-month fixed term and 1 permanent Senior Policy Analyst opportunity for experienced candidates with regulatory and strategic policy expertise wanting to work in one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest government organisations!

Te āhuatunga a te tūranga / About the role
The opportunity sits within the Employment Policy team that focus on supporting people getting into and staying in work within Aotearoa New Zealand. The Employment Policy team develop advice to support wider labour market outcomes and play a critical role developing advice to support implementation and design of employment programmes for anyone disadvantaged in the labour market and overcoming any barriers to securing employment.
The Employment team works closely with other teams within the organisation as well as partnering with other government agencies and key external stakeholders.

Mō te tīma / About our team
The successful candidate 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.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako / Skills and experience Ideal candidate:
We would love to hear from motivated senior analysts with a track record in leading policy projects and landing policy advice.

• You'll need strong analytical and critical thinking ability and excellent judgement.
• 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.
• Experience in enhancing the team's capability, including supporting junior staff with their projects.
• 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.

Key experience areas:

• Economic and/or labour market policy
• Social policy
• Quantitative analysis

What is there for you:

• Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported
• An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey and your wellbeing

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 new 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

Interested?Embrace the opportunity to challenge yourself and grow by applying for the position, even if you feel you're not perfect – your potential and willingness to learn are what truly matter.

Position Description

Senior Policy Analyst Position Description
Salary range: $112,372.00 - $136,429.00

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 my HR portal at work. This will ensure that your my HR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Wednesday 25th September, 2024

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.