Principal Advisor/senior Policy Analyst

3 weeks ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**Type**: Fixed Term Hours: Full time Location: Wellington Business Group: Policy and Operations Branch: Local Government
- Do you want to be part of a Branch leading some of the largest reform programmes ever in the last 30 years?
- Do you thrive in providing great analysis and advice to help overcome really complex and crunchy problems?
- Are you looking for the opportunity to work in a dynamic team and build great relationships with organisations and people across the country.

Local government has been majorly impacted by the North Island Extreme Weather Events (Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle) and our team is working closely with Councils, Ministers and other Government agencies on the recovery programme.
We are looking for an awesome and experienced Analyst (Principal or Senior) to join our Ue Te Hīnātore Local Government Branch Policy and Operations Team and deliver this critical mahi.
This Principal Advisor/Senior Policy Analyst role will work to a Policy Manager leading our recovery work programme. You will lead fast evolving complex policy areas, representing the Department on key forums while reporting to multiple Ministers and building relationships with Councils and other Agencies. As an experienced policy professional you will help coach and mentor more junior analysts.
Most of our team is Wellington based but we welcome applicants from all over Aotearoa.
We believe in a workplace culture that's supportive, collaborative and innovative. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees have equal access.
If you enjoy your work and like to have a laugh then we would love to hear from you and if you want to know more or have a chat, then please give me a call.



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