Senior Policy Analyst - Wellington
Help shape the future of Education
We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes
Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.
About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga
Fixed term until 30 June 2026, full time senior policy analyst role, based in Wellington
Key role in understanding what drives non-attendance at school and developing interventions that respond. The work programme is multi-faceted, involves regulatory change, requires innovative thinking and moving quickly with our operational colleagues.
Salary range: $99,496 to $143,760 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.
For more details about the role, you can view the job description here.
About you | Mōhou ake
You will have experience in, and a sound understanding of, public policy; its development and implementation, including managing legislation. You will have a track record in following good regulatory process and designing robust regulatory regimes. Your relationship management skills will be exemplary, particularly with operational colleagues.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be comfortable collaborating. Our team works with a range of internal teams with diverse work programmes. We also work with colleagues across the social and justice sectors.
You will also offer:
Qualifications from a relevant discipline, such as public policy, economics, or community development, or the equivalent professional experience
Exprience supporting Select Committee processes relating to primary legislation
The ability to work autonomously, demonstrate self-motivation and remain calm, focussed and resilient under pressure
Knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of, te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
We provide flexible working environments where everyone feels relevant, valued and supported. So, if working from home and/or having a flexible start and finish to the day will help with this, we can usually make it happen. We’d love to hear what this might look like for you, so feel free to outline this in your cover letter.
About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake
The team, located within the Learner Success and te Tiriti Group, have a big and important job to do. We have the ability to make a real difference in children and young people’s lives. The Group is part of Te Pou Kaupapahere, the Ministry’s wider policy shop.
The team has 4 major pillars to its work that all contribute to addressing barriers to attendance at school. They are:
Addressing material hardship for families by alleviating the costs associated with sending kids to school.
Ensuring a safe environment in early childhood settings and schools.
Creating education settings that drive best outcomes for children with a care status.
Building a system that supports attendance with roles for each part of the schooling sector.
This is a unique opportunity to be working on some of the Government’s priority policy areas. The team is collaborative, and you will also enjoy this opportunity on a day-to-day basis
Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
For further information, please contact Anne O’Brien (Senior Policy Manager) at anne.obrien@education.govt.nz
Applications close Midnight – Sunday 8 June 2025.
We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
