Policy Analyst

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Date: 15 Apr 2026

Location: Wellington, NZ

Company: Ministry of Social Development

 

Make a real impact

 

Help shape an inclusive Aotearoa where disabled people thrive.

 

Join our policy team and work across government to ensure policies reflect the voices and aspirations of disabled people.

 

Mō te tūnga | About the role:

 

This exciting opportunity will see you:

 

  • Support the implementation of the New Zealand Disability Strategy and improve outcomes for disabled people.
  • Focus on health policy, with opportunities to contribute to education, employment, housing, and justice.
  • Collaborate with agencies to strengthen disability perspectives in policy development.

Mōu | About You:

 

You bring:

 

  • Experience in policy or related work and familiarity with government processes.
  • Ability to analyse complex issues and communicate clearly in accessible ways.
  • Commitment to understanding the diverse lived experiences of disabled people and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
  • Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach.

 

Experience in health policy is an advantage but not essential.

 

We encourage applications from Deaf and disabled people, Turi Māori, tāngata whaikaha Māori, and those with lived experience. If you’re passionate about inclusion and ready to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga | Position Description:

 

The job description and application process of this advertisement can be found here: Work with us | Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People 

 

Utu-ā-tau | Salary: $78,691 - $95,257

 

Mō mātou | About us:


At Whaikaha, we work with government, businesses, and communities to create real change for Deaf and disabled people and tāngata whaikaha Māori. We value wellbeing and provide a supportive, inclusive environment.


Ka Kati Ngā Tono hei te | Applications Close: 30 April 2026


Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply: 


We welcome diverse ways of applying—video, whānau support, or traditional CV and cover letter. 


You can click the 'Apply' button to complete the online form or let us know what works best for you by emailing: PeopleandCulture@whaikaha.govt.nz.


If you work for Whaikaha please apply through the myHR portal so that your employee profile is visible as an internal candidate.


If you want to know more about the role, email the team manager: diana.cook001@whaikaha.govt.nz.