Senior Policy Analyst
Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI)
Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- NZD 102,953 – NZD 132,401 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
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Job description
About the Role
The Senior Policy Analyst role within the Cost Recovery Directorate at the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) in Wellington is a permanent, full-time position focused on leading policy initiatives that support sustainable service delivery to protect New Zealand's primary industries. This position involves shaping cost recovery settings to be fair, effective, and fit for purpose across diverse regulatory systems like biosecurity, food safety, and fisheries.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct major policy reforms related to cost recovery including reviews and initiatives.
- Offer strategic guidance on complex cost recovery policy matters.
- Establish and maintain trusted relationships internally and with external stakeholders.
- Provide coaching, mentorship, and quality assurance to policy analysts.
- Create guidance materials to standardize cost recovery practices.
- Identify opportunities for simplifying and improving cost recovery frameworks.
- Employ critical thinking to tackle complex policy challenges and enhance processes.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will possess substantial public sector experience with strong knowledge of regulatory policy processes and the confidence to independently manage intricate projects. Numerical competence is essential, with preference for candidates having experience in fee and price-setting. Excellent communication, collaborative nature, political awareness, and a proactive attitude are highly valued. Mentoring ability and experience working in ambiguous environments will also be important.
Required Skills and Experience
- Extensive experience in government and regulatory policy development.
- Understanding or experience with economic fee and price setting.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proven expertise in giving clear, practical policy advice.
- Able to analyze data and economic insights to inform decisions.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Experience in leading, coaching, or mentoring teams.
About the Team
The Cost Recovery Policy and Performance team is part of MPI's Corporate Branch, working closely with the Costing and Modelling team. The team is small, supportive, and collaborative, ensuring that MPI's charging frameworks remain fair and effective while delivering meaningful outcomes for New Zealand's primary sectors.
About MPI
The Ministry for Primary Industries is a broad organisation handling everything from frontline operations to policy development aimed at safeguarding New Zealand's primary industries.
Benefits
- Additional MPI-specific leave days.
- Option to purchase extra annual leave.
- Annual wellness payment.
Diversity and Inclusion
MPI is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and works closely with iwi, hapū, whānau, and communities. The organisation values diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and identities to foster an inclusive workplace.
Application Information
Applicants must have or be eligible to obtain the right to work in New Zealand. We invite candidates to submit a cover letter detailing their values, motivations, relevant strengths, personal attributes, and how their diverse perspectives will contribute to the role and organisation.
Salary and Location
The salary range is between $102,953 and $132,401 NZD, dependent on skills and experience. The position is based in Wellington City, New Zealand.
Minimum education
Bachelor's Degree