Senior Policy Analyst

About Us | Mo matou**

A role in our Policy Group can make real, lasting impact for communities nationwide.

**The role | Te tunga**

We have a permanent opportunity available for a talented Senior Policy Analyst to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of impactful policy issues and lead the delivery of high-quality advice for Ministers and senior leaders.

You'll have the chance to join us in developing policy in one or more of these areas:

• **Community Wellbeing**: Shaping policy that strengthens the community and voluntary sector, including charities, and policy relating to Fire and Emergency New Zealand.
• **Gambling**: Contributing to modernising gambling regulation, including initiatives that minimise harm across the system.
• **Racing**: Supporting policy that maximises returns to the racing industry and advances regulatory changes such as the Greyhound Racing Industry Closure Bill.
• **Digital and identity**: **** Considering identity related policy issues including Citizenship, privacy and use of identity information and digital identity initiatives
• **National Library and Archives**: Supporting stewardship of Aotearoa's documentary heritage and public archives through legislation guiding the work of the National Library and Archives New Zealand.
• As a Senior Policy Analyst, you'll lead and manage the analysis of significant or multiple policy issues, supported by principals and managers. Your advice will be informed by a sound understanding of the policy process, effective consultation, and strong quality assurance.

You'll be encouraged to share your experience, knowledge and ideas with less experienced analysts across a range of policy areas. We'll invest in your growth and give you opportunities to stretch your skills in a supportive environment.

• Experience as a senior policy analyst or 4+ years' experience as a policy analyst, with the necessary experience to step up to a senior role
• A relevant degree demonstrating strong critical thinking and analytical ability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence engaging with diverse stakeholders, from community groups to industry leaders
• Experience leading and supporting analysts to produce quality work
• Strong knowledge of legislative processes and the structure of New Zealand's government
• A problem-solving mindset and commitment to continuous learning

**For you | Mou**

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.

To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/

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The appointing range for this role is **$114,039 - $141,915.**

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**How to apply?| Me pehea te tuku tono**

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.

We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our recruitment team below if there is any support we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.

Applications for this role close **Monday 6 April 2026, 5pm.** Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role. Additionally, these roles are Wellington based only and remote working is not offered.

If you have any questions please e-mail Policy Manager: Louise Cooney.