Kaitātari Mātāmua Principal Analyst

Kaitātari Mātāmua | Principal Analyst - Adaptation | 1-2 year fixed-term opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for highly skilled and passionate Principal Analyst to join the Adaptation team at He Pou a Rangi and create positive change for Aotearoa.
- Contribute to positive climate action in Aotearoa
- Join a team of climate change experts, thought leaders in their field of study
- Utilise your sharp mind and keen analytical skills in crucial and meaningful mahi

We are seeking a person who can help build key components for our ongoing climate adaptation work programme. You will have a background in assessing climate risks, in particular exposure and vulnerability to climate change hazards. Ideally, you will have strong quantitative analysis skills that you have applied in a policy environment.
We are open to fixed-term or secondment arrangements.

Whakatauki
Kia ū ki ngā taumata tiketike ā kei te Pūtaiao te māramatanga | Pursue excellence and science will provide the enlightenment.

Mō mātou | About us
He Pou a Rangi Climate Change Commission is an independent Crown entity that drives climate action in Aotearoa New Zealand. We provide independent, impartial advice to the Government on both mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change, and we monitor and review the Government's progress towards its emissions reduction and adaptation goals.
Since establishing in December 2019, we have released advice on the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme, agricultural emissions pricing, the foundational Inaia tonu nei: a low emissions future, which included advice on the country's first three emissions budgets and the first emissions reduction plan.

**For more information our work programmes**: Our upcoming work » Climate Change Commission (climatecommission.govt.nz)
We recognise the importance of te ao Māori. We uphold the treaty partnership by ensuring our work reflects Māori views and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Ngā Tūnga | The Role
We are looking for a Principal Analyst in the Adaptation team that has a background in assessing climate risks, in particular exposure and vulnerability to climate change hazards.
Principal Analysts at the Commission lead technical and policy analysis, in collaboration with others. This involves navigating complex issues, developing new frameworks and approaches, managing relationships and engaging with stakeholders as the Commission's advice is developed.

Mō ēnei tūranga mahi | This role will involve 
- Framing and communicating advice in a way that recognises the needs and concerns of the audience, including the drafting of policy, modelling or technical reports.
- Helping to shape the strategic view of the work programme and bringing intellectual leadership, new ideas and knowledge to the table.
- Making sound, timely decisions that keep the organisation and work moving forward.
- Leading and contributing to multiple pieces of work concurrently in a collaborative manner.
- Supporting other Commission staff and contributing to the expert analysis provided to the Board, taking on feedback and making enhancements to enable effective decision making.
- Engaging with iwi/Māori in a manner that upholds Tikanga and recognises the Crown - Māori partnership under the Treaty of Waitangi.

Ō pūmanawa | About you
- Strong knowledge and experience of a range of research, evidence and analytical methods, including emerging and innovative approaches and frameworks
- Sound judgement and awareness of the context within which advice is formulated and communicated
- Strong logic and reasoning skills to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
- Highly developed communication skills, both oral and written
- Strong understanding of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Te Ao Māori and experience engaging with Iwi/Māori
- An understanding of government processes, systems and tools
- A relevant tertiary qualification, preferably post-graduate or equivalent experience

A key priority for the Commission is Te Ao Māori. This means we work with our Treaty partner and grow our capability and capacity to accurately reflect Māori views and Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our work. 

Ko ngā hua | What we offer
- The chance to make a difference to Aotearoa New Zealand
- An office with harbour views in the centre of Wellington
- Flexible working
- Five weeks annual leave
- Annual wellbeing allowance

Tono ināianei | How to apply
We embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to equality and equity.
To be considered for this role you must be able to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Rā kati | Application close date