Senior Policy Analyst

5 days ago

Hastings, New Zealand Hastings District Council Full time

Posted: 24/06/2025
- Closing Date: 20/07/2025
- Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
- Location: Hastings
- Job Category: Strategic Policy
- Tihei mauri ora_
- Nau mai, haere mai, tahuti mai ki Heretaunga_
- Heretaunga haukunui, Heretaunga ararau, Heretaunga haaro te kaahu, Heretaunga takoto noa_
- Welcome to Heretaunga, the area renowned for its rich and fertile landscape that is sustained by its life-giving dews and waterways. Welcome to Heretaunga, whose beauty is observed by the sharp eye of the harrier hawk; a landscape rich in history and with an esteemed legacy of caring and providing for its inhabitants._

**Taitara Mahi - Senior Policy Analyst / Policy Analyst**
**_Permanent Full-Time_**

If you are curious and inquisitive by nature, then read on. We are seeking two Policy Analysts to be part of our team that supports Council teams to drive future-focused policy development and long-term planning. Our team looks after the Council’s strategic reviews, long-term planning, and strategic projects.

Our work plan is exciting; we are a growing district that is going places, so we need to make sure we are doing things efficiently and effectively to deliver the services and outcomes our communities want.

**Ōu wheako - about you**
To be successful in this role you will:

- Have a relevant tertiary qualification in Public Policy, Law, Economics, Political Science, Urban Planning, or a related field.
- Have extensive experience in policy analysis, preferably within a local government or public sector context
- Be comfortable with developing strong working relationships across Council business units and with external stakeholders, including central government agencies, iwi/Māori representatives, community organisations, and industry groups.
- Have a demonstrated background in policy analysis, development, and implementation, ideally within a local or central government setting, with Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and provide clear recommendations.

This role is part of the Strategy Group. The group includes Strategy & Policy Development, Strategic Reviews, Strategic Projects, Economic Development, and Long-Term Plan & Annual Plans Group.

Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play.

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