Senior Policy Analyst
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Make a real impact
Help shape an inclusive Aotearoa where disabled people thrive.
Join our policy team and work across government to ensure policies reflect the voices and aspirations of disabled people.
Mō te tūnga About the roles:
We have 2 senior policy roles which provide opportunities to lead policy work across Whaikaha:
- Working with Government agencies to support the implementation of the New Zealand Disability Strategy.
- Contributing to other cross-Government policy processes to improve outcomes for disabled people.
- Collaborating with agencies to strengthen disability perspectives in policy development.
- Supporting the professional development of your teammates.
Mōu About You:
You bring:
- Proven ability to develop and lead evidence-based complex policy development and work through ambiguity in complex systems.
- Strong knowledge of policy and government processes including navigating Cabinet and Ministerial decision processes.
- Excellent relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach
- Ability to analyse complex issues and communicate clearly in accessible ways.
- Confidence in supporting team members through collaboration quality assurance and coaching.
- Commitment to understanding the diverse lived experiences of disabled people and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Experience in education housing or justice policy is an advantage but not essential.
We encourage applications from Deaf and disabled people Turi Māori tāngata whaikaha Māori and those with lived experience. If youre passionate about inclusion and ready to learn wed love to hear from you.
He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga Position Description:
The job description and application process of this advertisement can be found here: Work with us Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People
Utu-ā-tau Salary: $113046 - $137248
Mō mātou About us:
At Whaikaha we work with government businesses and communities to create real change for Deaf and disabled people and tāngata whaikaha Māori. We value wellbeing and provide a supportive inclusive environment.
Ka Kati Ngā Tono hei te Applications Close: Thursday 30 April 2026
Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply:
We welcome diverse ways of applyingvideo whānau support or traditional CV and cover letter.
You can click the Apply button to complete the online form or let us know what works best for you by emailing:
If you work for Whaikaha please apply through the myHR portal so that your employee profile is visible as an internal candidate.
If you want to know more about the role email the policy team managers: or
Required Experience:
Senior IC
