Kaitātari | Analyst, Te Pou Taiao

• Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment | Mentoring & Career Development
• Entry Level Policy Position | Innovation Focused Mahi | Varied & Meaningful Kaupapa
• Te Tari Matua, Pōneke | National Office, Wellington
• Full Time, Fixed Term opportunity for 8 months to backfill parental leave

Te Puni Kōkiri leads policy advice to the Government on Māori development, and Iwi and Māori relations with the Crown. To do this effectively we must position ourselves to elevate our monitoring and mentoring responsibilities and emphasise our role in holding other agencies to account for delivery of public services to, for and with Māori.

We are looking for a Policy Analyst to join our Te Pou Taiao team, based in National office, Wellington.

Te whai wāhitanga | The opportunity

Our Policy Puni leads across the public sector to understand and prioritise issues, needs and opportunities impacting on Māori development and wellbeing. The Puni consists of 8 teams focusing on specific Policy areas.

Te Pou Taiao team focuses on the environmental policy and sustainable development, ensuring the needs and aspirations of iwi, hapū and whānau Māori are central to these considerations.

Reporting to the Policy Manager, and as part of a team of policy professionals you will

• Provide credible, evidence-based advice anchored in the context of iwi, hapu, whānau and Māori as it applies to cultural and intellectual property.
• Conduct analysis of policy issues to understand the implications and identify potential solutions.
• Work collaboratively with peers at Te Puni Kōkiri and with other government agencies including the Ministry for the Environment, Te Tari Whakatau and Ministry for Primary Industries.
• Contribute to robust team discussion, presenting your ideas and sharing knowledge.

The likely appointment range is $76,022 to $84,468 per annum based on skills and experience. The full grade for this role is $76,022 to $101,062 with a mid-point of $84,468

Mōu | About you

We are looking for candidates who want to build a career in policy and who have:

• Some knowledge of government processes and the environment we work in.
• A curious, inquisitive mind, including a commitment to learning, asking questions and enjoys research and analysis.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Are comfortable in an ao Māori environment and are comfortable in situations where tikanga is observed. Some knowledge of te reo Māori, or as a minimum have a willingness to learn is ideal.
• Are confident to engage and kōrero with others and to work in a whanaungatanga/relationship driven way.

Tāu e whai ai | What you will get in return

Te Puni Kōkiri is a diverse and rewarding working environment full of passionate kaimahi focused on creating solutions that will help our communities. We are guided by our values of te wero, manaakitanga, he toa takitini and ture tangata.

We offer flexible working options as well as training and development opportunities, including in te reo Māori.

Te Puni Kōkiri | Ministry of Māori Development

Te Puni Kōkiri is committed to our vision of 'Whānau Taurikura' - 'Thriving Whānau'. We consider that when whānau are thriving, so do their communities, hapū, iwi and all of Aotearoa. This underpins everything we do.

Our people are at the heart of achieving this vision and it is our people who contribute to supporting Māori collective success. They do this by creating and maintaining relationships with iwi, hapū and whānau Māori and government at both a local and national level. It is this that enables Māori participation and success as Māori, and it is our people who will create a future where all whānau can thrive.

We invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength. Your unique perspectives, skills, and heritage contribute to our mission of advancing Māori aspirations and well-being.

Tono mai | Apply Now

Ka akiākina koe kia tukuna mai tō tononga i tēnei rangi tonu, kia whakapāngia rānei tētahi Ringa Taritari e kōrero ai mō ngā painga o tēnei whai wāhitanga, me tōna hāngai ki ō whāinga ā-umanga. Nau mai rā ko ngā tononga i te reo Māori, te reo Pākehā, te reorua rānei, ka mutu, e kore tō kōwhiringa reo e whai pānga kino ki tō tononga ahakoa te aha.

We encourage you to apply today or get in touch with one of our Recruitment Partners to discuss how this great opportunity will fit with your career goals. We welcome applications in te reo Māori, English, or both.

Tukuna mai tau tono ā-ipurangi | Please submit your application online.

Īmēratia me he pātai āu | Please email with any pātai.

We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing:

Ka aukati ngā tono hei te Rāapa 26 Whiringa-ā-rangi ā te 6:00pm | Applications close on Wednesday 26 November 2025 at 6:00pm.

Reference #

16136

Posted on

19 Nov 2025

Closes on

26 Nov :00

Location(s)

Wellington

Expertise

Analyst, Policy

Job level(s)

Analyst

Work type(s)

Fixed term full-time