Analyst - Housing and Urban Growth

**Have you ever thought of being an Analyst at the Treasury? Have you got what it takes to shape Aotearoa New Zealand's tomorrow? If you have, now's the time to apply**

**Mō mātou | About Us**

At Te Tai Ōhanga The Treasury we're creating a better future for New Zealand and everyone who calls our country home. 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. Every day, they are influencing, advising, and supporting decision-makers to shape our country's collective tomorrow.

**The Housing and Urban Growth (HUG) team**

Our work provides exposure to complex social and fiscal policy issues with the opportunity to develop a broad understanding how government expenditure delivers value for New Zealanders. Our team helps shape and influence policy spanning Vote Housing, social housing, housing infrastructure and investment, and advice on Kāinga Ora.

**Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role**

We have an exciting Analyst position in our HUG team working on some of the biggest housing policy challenges facing Aotearoa - New Zealand.

This role would suit an analyst who has financial capability, is highly motivated, keen to build on their relationship management skills and work in a central agency directly working to improve the outcomes of all New Zealanders. In it, you will be responsible for:

- developing insights into the effectiveness of Government spending
- leading internal and external stakeholder engagements and building positive working relationships between the Treasury, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and other stakeholders
- providing timely, robust advice to Ministers, in particular the Minister of Housing and Minister of Finance on a range of fiscal and economic matters
- using your financial capabilities as a Vote analyst to lead the team in all things Vote, including championing the team's work through the annual budget process, and
- support a focused team that is making a difference.

**Ō pūmanawa | About You**
- familiarity with government financial processes and fiscal management practices
- experience with working through policy issues and driving outcomes
- strong interpersonal and relationship management skills and an ability to build and maintain relationships and networks with diverse range of stakeholders
- an ability to distil complex problems and explain them in a relatable manner for a range of audiences
- a strong attention to detail
- critical thinking and ability to develop pragmatic solutions
- an ability to operate in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, and
- a generous, team-player attitude.

**Ko ngā hua | What we Offer**
- A lively and supportive team environment with interesting and stimulating issues to address, working on projects that will have an impact of the lives of New Zealanders
- A collaborative work environment where you will interact with a range of people, within the group, in the wider Treasury and with a large range of external stakeholders
- A commitment to providing work and training opportunities that support your development and career aspirations
- Flexible work arrangements and five weeks annual leave, along with a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives that 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, and
- 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 culture.

These are important jobs and that's why we'll do all we can to support your success.

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 culture.

We'll prioritise your development, offering you opportunities to train and advance your chosen career. The work will stimulate and challenge you, helping you learn, grow and build valuable experience and skills.

Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)

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