Policy Manager

6 days ago

Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Policy Manager - Employment Policy Team at Ministry of Social Development, Wellington - Wairarapa

About us

The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.

We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.

As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.

  • Permanent Wellington based opportunity
  • Varied, challenging and highly rewarding role
  • Are you passionate about making a difference for New Zealanders?

We are seeking a motivated Policy Manager to lead one of two Employment Policy Teams at the Ministry of Social Development / Te Manatū Whakahiato Ora.

MSD plays a key role in improving employment and social outcomes and supporting an equitable labour market through its employment services that help people into sustainable employment.

As a Policy Manager, you will manage the functions and deliverables of the policy work programme, including setting strategy for the policy team and allocating resources to deliver to policy programmes. You will also lead the policy domain, provide policy advice, and manage the development and capability building of the Policy team.

Reporting to the General Manager Housing, Employment and Labour Market Policy, the Policy Manager is responsible for a team of Analysts and Senior Analysts. Close collaboration between the teams is needed to deliver a busy work programme with often tight timeframes. Strong communication and relationship management skills are essential as you will work closely with the other Policy Managers in the Housing, Employment and Labour Market Group to manage priorities and ensure the teams are well supported to deliver on their work.

A strong culture of focusing on those we are here to serve, and our own people is a priority for this team and the wider group. We are also committed to building our capability in considering Te Tiriti, Māori/Crown context and Te Ao Māori in our policy analysis and advice provision and giving effect to Te Mahere Mahi Kaupapa Here o Te Pae Tata – the Policy Groups Māori Action Plan.

To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.

Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.

All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at

Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as an internal candidate.

Closing date: Monday 4th November, 2024. Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

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