Policy Analyst, Food Policy Trans-tasman

3 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**Job Title**: Policy Analyst, Food Policy Trans-Tasman
**Role type**: Permanent, full-time
**Location**: Wellington City
**General Salary Range F**: $74,964 to $87,466 depending on skills and experience.
Kōrero mō te Tūranga - About the Role
We are seeking an entry level Policy Analyst to join the Food Policy Trans-Tasman team which sits within the Regulatory Systems Policy directorate of Policy & Trade. The role will focus on collaborative work that falls within the joint Australia and New Zealand Food Regulation System.
Policy and Trade provides sector-level strategic thinking and evidence-based advice for effective government decision-making for systems related to agriculture, forestry, fisheries, biosecurity, food, animal welfare and rural communities.
As a Policy Analyst, you will play an important role in supporting our commitments under the Food Treaty which includes coordinating briefings, responding to correspondence and facilitating communication. You will also have the opportunity and flexibility to work on a variety of other interesting topics across the wider food system.
A career at MPI offers great supportive work environment, a range of training and development opportunities, and a varied and topical work programme. If you want a career where you help to grow New Zealand in a very real way, then this is it.
Mōu - About You
This is a great opportunity for an entry level Policy Analyst, including recent graduates with a major in Public Policy and an interest in developing a career pathway within Policy & Trade.
**We are looking for a Policy Analyst who**:

- Applies critical thinking and analytical skills to challenge the status quo.
- Can develop and provide clear, concise, well-reasoned and practical advice.
- Can demonstrate an organised and methodical approach with a keen eye for accuracy.
- Has the ability to write concisely and clearly for a range of audiences.
- Will bring a ‘can do' attitude and take ownership of their work to deliver the best results.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the desire to make a positive contribution to the team.
- Expresses an interest in developing a career within policy work.
- Previous experience in policy or regulatory work is desirable but not essential.

Mō tō mātou Rōpū - About the Team
You will be based in our Wellington office, reporting to the Manager Food Policy Trans-Tasman, and working alongside a team that brings good depth of knowledge and is dedicated to working collaboratively with one another in a supportive atmosphere.
The Trans-Tasman Food Policy team at MPI works on a broad range of issues central to the management of domestic food production and international trade in food. This team are responsible for supporting the trans-Tasman Food Treaty, legislative and regulatory review and the development of regulatory policy relating to food.
MPI is committed to growing and protecting New Zealand's primary sector. New Zealand's reputation for producing exceptional, high-quality food is fundamental to our exporting success. It also impacts on every New Zealander, who wants to know that the food they and their families are purchasing and consuming is safe and suitable.
Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua - About MPI
We're passionate about growing prosperity in the sector while ensuring respect for Kaitiaki - guardianship of our natural resources.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua - Benefits of working at MPI
- Annual Wellness payment
- Reduced premiums for Group Healthcare Schemes
- Additional MPI leave days.

Benefits of working at MPI
Wā Mahi Ngāwari - Flexible Working
We support flexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss these options with you.
Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake? - Are you ready to make a difference?We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.
In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday 15 October.
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