Senior Analyst

We are recruiting for a Senior Analyst to work on interesting and challenging policy projects in our Natural Resources team. Joining our team will see you working in a supportive and collaborative team environment, advancing your skills and career, while shaping a better tomorrow for all New Zealanders.

**Mo m tou | About Us**

At The Treasury Te Tai Ohanga we're creating a better future for New Zealand. We're the Government's economic and financial advisor, working hard to raise the standard of living for everyone in Aotearoa, now and in the future. Our talented people bring their diverse backgrounds and experiences to tackling New Zealand's biggest and most inter-connected issues.

**Korero mo te turanga | About the Role**

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented professional to join the Natural Resources team. This role provides an opportunity to help us with some of the biggest economic and financial policy challenges facing Aotearoa/ New Zealand. The Natural Resources team covers economic and financial policy matters relating to the environment, conservation, primary industries, and land information.

The team leads the Treasury's economic and financial policy advice across a broad range of areas, with a focus on delivering the government's economic strategy and fiscal sustainability objectives. There is plenty of scope to deliver these outcomes given the responsibilities of our agencies which include:

- The Department of Conservation - manages 30% of New Zealand's land, is a major infrastructure and asset owner, a large recreation and tourism provider, is the lead advisor on biodiversity protection, and also has significant Treaty implementation obligations.
- The Ministry for Primary Industries - is the lead advisor on New Zealand's food and fibre sector including agriculture, fisheries and forestry which are important contributors to NZ's exports. MPI is responsible for biosecurity services which are critical for protecting our primary industries and maintaining access to export markets.
- The Ministry for the Environment - we work with MfE on resource management reforms, climate change policy, and waste minimisation. We work alongside Treasury's climate change team on cross cutting issues in our votes with a focus on agricultural emissions and the role of forestry in meeting NZ's climate change targets.

The team also leads advice relating to the Treasury's responsibilities under the Crown Forests Assets Act. This involves providing advice to the Minister of Finance and other ministers to assist them in carrying out their statutory functions, including the cancellation or variation of public access easements or covenants in forests that have been returned to iwi as part of Treaty settlements. This work involves engagement with stakeholders and Iwi, progressing necessary public consultation, reviewing submissions and carrying out research.

The position is a core role in the Natural Resources team and involves responsibility for leading engagement with one or more of our agencies. The role involves analysis and advice on proposals with significant economic and fiscal impacts, financial management and budget responsibilities, strategic sector policy analysis, and supporting cross-cutting areas, particularly areas relating to our economic and fiscal strategy.

**O pumanawa | About You**

This important work takes a special kind of person with a passion for making a difference and getting things done. The specific skill set required for this position is:

- Strong policy (or policy adjacent) background in the public sector, with excellent relationship management skills
- A background in economics would be helpful
- Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate complex issues and concepts clearly, succinctly and with influence to a range of audiences
- An understanding or appreciation of financial management work and Treasury's fiscal policy role
- Aptitude for critical thinking and strong analytical ability
- Ability to manage a varied workload, work at pace, and deal with ambiguity
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience advising Ministers or senior stakeholders

**Ko ng hua | What we Offer**

This is an important role and that's why we'll do all we can to support your success.

The appointing remuneration for the role will be between $128,515 and $151,194 per annum. This is based on skills and experience and is inclusive of KiwiSaver. The role is based in Wellington.

Flexible work arrangements and five weeks annual leave, along with a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives, will help you enjoy a positive work/life balance. Our numerous social events, sports teams and employee networks will enable you to connect and have fun. The wharenui, at the heart of our workplace, embodies our commitment to diversity and making this an inclusive place that will welcome the unique experiences and perspectives you bring to our collaborative team