Policy Analyst and Senior Policy Analyst [New Zealand]

 

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• Permanent, full-time
• Wellington-based
• Te Pou Kaupapahere | Policy Group
• Early Childhood Education Policy team
• Funding Policy team

Help shape the future of Education
He mea tārai e mātou te mātauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai ōna huanga
We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes
At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga | Ministry of Education, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whānau.
We shape the policies, settings and performance of the education system for early learning, schooling and tertiary.
We are making significant changes to how we deliver our purpose.

So that we:

• Take practical action to give effect to te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Give priority to regional and local voice.
• Deliver greater responsiveness, accessibility and integrated services and support.
• Improve feedback loops and information flows.

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 ākonga in our education system.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role
We are looking for a senior policy analyst and a policy analyst to join our Early Childhood Education Policy team.
We are also looking for a policy analyst to join our Funding Policy team.
Please indicate in your cover letter which position you are applying for.
These teams are high performing and have delivered on significant government priorities over the last few years:

• The Early Childhood Education Policy team focuses on the funding system for early childhood services. Current key projects include reviewing equity-focused funding, achieving pay parity for teachers in education and care services, and co-designing a funding model with Playcentre Aotearoa. We also work in a Treaty-based way with Te Kõhanga Reo National Trust and Ngā Puna Reo o Aotearoa to support and grow kaupapa Mãori early learning.
• The Funding Policy team drives the Ministry's advice on funding levers across the schooling sector. The team is currently embarking on a large and high-profile work programme to review school staffing, supporting a Ministerial Advisory Group that will determine what mix of skills and staffing we need in our changing schooling system. We also lead work on international students in the education system and have ongoing work to improve other supports for learners. We work with teams across the Ministry, from data analytics through to operational delivery, on a wide range of funding dimensions, and our work makes a real, positive difference for children and young people in Aotearoa New Zealand.

For more information on this position, please read through the attached Job Description.
Salary pay bands: The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

• Policy Analyst: $71,859 to $86,939 per annum + 3% kiwi saver.
• Senior Policy Analyst: $96,598 to $139,573 per annum + 3% kiwi saver.

We also offer:

• Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported
• The ability to purchase extra days leave
• A range of employee network groups
• An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey
• Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments
• Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing

Mōhou ake | About you
For the Senior Policy Analyst role, we are looking for someone with several years of policy experience, committed to developing evidence-based analysis and advice.
For the Policy Analyst roles, we are looking for candidates who have a good knowledge of policy processes, with at least one year of experience in a relevant policy role. Ideally the candidate would be familiar with navigating the political context and have strong interpersonal skills.

Mātau rōpū ake | About our ministry, group, and team
Te Pou Kaupapahere is the Ministry's policy group with a whole-of-system focus covering early learning, compulsory schooling, and tertiary. This includes Māori medium, Kaupapa Māori, Pacific and Learning Support.
We provide advice to enable an education system which contributes to the skills and knowledge needed by people for social, cultural, economic and environmental wellbeing. We develop policy about vocational skills, access pathways, international education, and student financial support. We also manage the Ministry's international engagements and cooperation agreements.

Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi? | Are you ready to make a difference?
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.
You are also welcome to reach out to Anne Fontaine, Principal Advisor for more information at Anne.Fontaine@education.govt.nz
Applications close Midnight Sunday 03 September 2023
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.

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