Policy Analyst, Food Policy (Start Asap)

Join the Ministry for Primary Industries as a Policy Analyst to support New Zealand's food safety system through policy development and stakeholder collaboration.

Your Role

Key responsibilities include :

Contributing to the development and maintenance of food safety legislation and regulations

Coordinating briefings, responding to correspondence, and supporting legislative processes

Collaborating with technical experts and stakeholders to modernise food safety frameworks

Engaging with domestic and international partners, including Australian counterparts

Working within the Food Policy and Food Policy Trans-Tasman teams in the Regulatory Systems Policy directorate of Policy & Trade

About You

The company is looking for :

Relevant qualifications and / or experience in policy or regulatory work

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

A methodical, detail-oriented approach with a keen eye for accuracy

The ability to write clearly for a range of audiences

A collaborative mindset and desire to contribute positively to the team

Compensation & Benefits

Salary band and range : General Salary Range F : $76,463 to $89,215 depending on skills and experience

Annual Wellness payment

Bi-annual paid eye test and contribution to the costs of corrective lenses / frames

Career development and internal opportunities across the branch and organisation

Training & Development

Opportunities for career development and internal growth within the branch and organisation.

Career Progression

Work alongside Principal and Senior Policy Analysts with opportunities to build sector knowledge, regulatory expertise, and strategic thinking skills.

How to Apply

Applicants must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it.

Include in your cover letter your values, interest and motivations for the role, and the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you bring to the role and organisation, including those gained outside the workforce.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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