Policy Specialist

3 weeks ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

About the role
The Policy Specialist will support the maintenance of up-to-date knowledge of short-term and long-term trends and issues (both in New Zealand and globally) for retired people, and those approaching retirement, to inform retirement policy development.
The Policy Specialist will provide advice on pension policy, including NZ Superannuation and KiwiSaver, and support the Director, Policy and the Retirement Commissioner in their policy and advocacy work.
The Policy Specialist will maintain strong working relationships with relevant government agencies to keep older people (including those in paid work) in mind when developing policy.
About Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission
The team at Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission is on a mission to achieve a better retirement for all. We want to support people to plan from an early age so they can enjoy a better retirement. You might know us for our award-winning sorted.org.nz website, but there's much more to us than that.

**We focus on three areas**: Retirement Income, Retirement Villages and Financial Wellbeing. Together with a range of partners we help build financial wellbeing and contribute to a better understanding of what retirement means in the 21st century. We lead the National Strategy for Financial Capability, which brings together leading financial institutions, government agencies, iwi and community partners to improve financial capability, with a focus on priority audiences - women, Māori and Pacific peoples.
Why you'll love working for Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission
At Te Ara Ahunga Ora, we strive to create an inclusive and purpose-driven culture, where you can leave work each day feeling like you've made a real difference. Our team is made up of individuals from a variety of backgrounds who share a common passion for making a positive impact in our community.
We prioritise work-life balance and offer a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our team, including 5 weeks annual leave, hybrid working and parental leave benefits. We're committed to supporting your development, with training and career growth opportunities available for all employees.

**What you'll bring to the role**:
We are seeking applicants with the following key skills and experience:

- Degree qualified in a suitable discipline
- Empathy with a wide range of New Zealanders, particularly older people
- Strong knowledge of policy analysis and development
- At least three years' experience in a government role preferred
- Highly articulate, with advanced written (including extensive report writing) and oral communication skills
- Experience in government compliance and good understanding of the workings of central government and its policy functions
- A demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts to varied audiences
- Proactive and collaborative approach to managing internal and external relationships
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with excellent attention to detail
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and demonstrates composure under pressure
- Has begun to develop a network of key sector stakeholders

Our Employee Benefits
- 5 weeks annual leave
- 6% KiwiSaver employer contributions
- Parental leave benefits such as paid parental leave, paid partners leave, and KiwiSaver paid while on parental leave
- Hybrid working: we work from home 2 days each week.
- Annual professional development allowance and training opportunities
- A people-centric culture focused on wellness, teamwork, and diversity

Application and Closing Date
Please submit a resume and cover letter.
Background Checks

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

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