Principal Policy Analyst

Wellington based | Permanent | Full-time
Wellness allowance after 12 months
Lead strategic policy, monitoring and analytical work
Midpoint of $156,054 dependent on experience
What you’ll do – Ko tōu ake mahi
Join the System Strategy and Performance team and help shape the future of New Zealand’s health system. The System Strategy and Performance team is part of the Ministry’s Strategy and Policy Group and leads policy advice on strategic priorities for the health system including options to address current and future challenges.
As a Principal Policy Analyst, you’ll be responsible for leading the development of evidence-informed advice for Ministers that supports the direction and sustainability of the health system. You’ll engage with complex work that takes a systems approach, addressing challenges and identifying opportunities to strengthen system performance to achieve better health outcomes for New Zealanders.
Based in Wellington, this influential role combines strategic policy leadership, advanced policy analysis, and an ability to engage effectively across relevant stakeholders.
Work with the Manager to shape and deliver a strategic policy work programme and to identify emerging issues, risks and opportunities
Lead policy projects and significant programmes of work to support strategic advice to senior leaders and Ministers
Influence health system strategy through effective engagement and communication with senior leaders and sector-wide stakeholders
Enhance the overall capability of the team through coaching and mentoring others while strengthening the quality of policy advice
What you’ll bring – Ko ngā pūkenga ōu
Extensive experience developing high-quality policy and providing advice to Ministers
Strong strategic thinking, political awareness and sound judgement
Proven ability to lead complex work programmes and deliver within agreed timeframes
Excellent relationship and influencing skills across diverse stakeholders
Strong relationship management skills and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders.
Experience leading others in policy projects and experience coaching and mentoring
About the Ministry
As the Government's lead advisor on health, we help shape the future of New Zealand's health system through policy, regulation and monitoring. Join a team that makes a real difference to the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders while working in a supportive, inclusive environment that values wellbeing, growth and development.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to an accessible and respectful recruitment process.
How to apply – Me pēhea te tono mai
Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 25 November.
Click here to view the position description. Please follow the online process on the Ministry of Health careers website and upload a CV and cover letter with your application. For questions, email recruitment@health.govt.nz.