Influential Policy Analyst, Welfare & Income Support

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Social Development in Wellington is seeking a Policy Analyst to support the Welfare System and Income Support Policy Group. You will analyze policy options, draft advice and collaborate with teams across the ministry to advance government welfare reforms.

The role emphasizes strong analytical capability, stakeholder engagement, and clear, neutral policy writing, with consideration of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and critical thinking ability.
• Track record producing quality policy advice that is clear and neutral.
• Great people skills and stakeholder management.
• Clear communication and te Ao Māori understanding valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy analysis and advice across Welfare System and Income Support.
• Contribute to design and revisions of policy settings for government welfare reforms.
• Engage with Ministers, partners and external stakeholders to inform decisions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Policy advice writing

Stakeholder management

Clear communication

Te Ao Māori understanding

Data and quantitative skills

Job description

Ministry of Social Development in Wellington is seeking a Policy Analyst to support the Welfare System and Income Support Policy Group. You will analyze policy options, draft advice and collaborate with teams across the ministry to advance government welfare reforms.

The role emphasizes strong analytical capability, stakeholder engagement, and clear, neutral policy writing, with consideration of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori outcomes.