Policy Analyst

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.4 weeks annual leave

Wellness allowance after 12 months

Permanent Wellington-based role

Job summary

New Zealand Government in Wellington is seeking a policy professional to shape the health workforce strategy. You will develop evidence-informed advice for Ministers, analyze data and trends, and prepare ministerials and responses.

Based in Wellington, the role supports education, immigration, and planning settings within a high-impact policy area. The position requires tertiary qualifications, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with

Qualifications

• Experience developing policy advice or understanding of social policy and public sector issues.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess complex information and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including tailoring advice for different audiences.
• Proven ability to manage priorities, work independently, and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines.
• Strong relationship management skills and a collaborative approach to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop policy advice, briefs, and guidance on health workforce issues.
• Analyse data, evidence, and emerging trends to inform policy development and decision-making.
• Prepare responses to ministerials, Official Information Act requests, and meeting-related advice.
• Collaborate across the Ministry and with sector stakeholders to support strategic workforce priorities.

Skills

Policy advice development

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Stakeholder management

Prioritization

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Wellington based | Permanent | Full-time4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness allowance after 12 monthsMidpoint of $88,165 dependent on experienceWhat you'll do - Ko tou ake mahiHelp shape the future of New Zealand's health workforce. As part of the Strategy and Policy Group, you'll contribute to policy that supports a sustainable, accessible, and responsive health system for all New Zealanders.You'll develop evidence-informed advice for Ministers that seeks to manage health workforce challenges to ensure New Zealand has the workforce to meet the needs of the health system. This includes driving improvement in education, training, immigration, employment and planning settings for the health workforce. Based in Wellington, this is an opportunity to work on complex and high-impact issues that matter.Develop policy advice, briefings, and guidance on health workforce issues.Analyse data, evidence, and emerging trends to inform policy development and decision-making.Prepare responses to ministerials, Official Information Act requests, and meeting-related advice.Collaborate across the Ministry and with sector stakeholders to support the delivery of strategic workforce priorities.What you'll bring - Ko nga pukenga ouExperience developing policy advice, or an understanding of social policy and public sector issues.A tertiary qualification and/or relevant experience.Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess complex information and develop practical solutions.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor advice for different audiences.Proven ability to manage priorities, work independently, and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines.Strong relationship management skills and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders.About the MinistryAs the Government's lead advisor on health, we help shape the future of New Zealand's health system through policy, regulation and monitoring. Join a team that makes a real difference to the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders while working in a supportive, inclusive environment that values wellbeing, growth and development.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to an accessible and respectful recruitment process.How to apply' - Me pehea te tono maiApplications close Midnight Sunday 25 October.'Click here to view the position description. Please follow the online process at our Careers Website to apply. Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications. If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at [e-mail] note: We are reviewing applications as they come in and interviews may take place during the advertising period. Please note if we receive a high number of applications this job may close prior to the closing date.