Policy Analyst

Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Location: Wellington
Business Group: Policy Group
Branch: Regulation and Policy
Salary: $77,380 - $96,295

The Policy Group at the Department of Internal Affairs is recruiting a Policy Analyst. We currently have significant projects in the following areas:

• Community wellbeing - developing policies so not-for-profits and volunteers can thrive in communities
• Gambling and racing - updating gambling legislation for today's digital world and ensuring it is futureproofed, online gambling, advertising and how we can effectively minimise harm across the gambling system
• Regulatory efficiency and effectiveness - working across the Department to make changes to regulations and legislation that help our staff work more effectively and efficiently

As a Policy Analyst at the Department of Internal Affairs you will work as part of a team to prepare evidence-based advice for ministers and senior leaders in the public service. You will already have worked as a policy analyst in central or local government.

• You will need a relevant degree that demonstrates your critical thinking training, policy analysis experience or transferrable skills, and an excellent communication style.
• You will have an interest in legislative processes. You'll have a curious mindset that is motivated by solving problems and you're committed to continuous learning.
• Community and stakeholder engagement is a big part of what we do. You will need to be comfortable working with communities, industry and international stakeholders.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees have equal access.

Applications close: 5pm, 10 February 2025
For more information please contact: Phillipa.Guthrey@dia.govt.nz
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