Senior Policy Analyst

Mō te tūnga | About the roles:

We have 2 senior policy roles, which provide opportunities to lead policy work across Whaikaha:

• Working with Government agencies to support the implementation of the New Zealand Disability Strategy.
• Contributing to other cross-Government policy processes to improve outcomes for disabled people.
• Collaborating with agencies to strengthen disability perspectives in policy development.
• Supporting the professional development of your teammates.

Mōu | About You:

You bring:

• Proven ability to develop and lead evidence-based complex policy development and work through ambiguity in complex systems.
• Strong knowledge of policy and government processes, including navigating Cabinet and Ministerial decision processes.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach
• Ability to analyse complex issues and communicate clearly in accessible ways.
• Confidence in supporting team members through collaboration, quality assurance and coaching.
• Commitment to understanding the diverse lived experiences of disabled people and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Experience in education, housing or justice 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: $113,046 - $137,248