Policy Analyst, Biosecurity Partnerships & Regulatory Stewardship

Policy Analyst, Biosecurity Partnerships & Regulatory Stewardship

Role type: Permanent, full-time

Location: Wellington City

Salary range & band: General Salary Range F: $76,463 to $101,967 depending on skills and experience

(Midpoint for this position is $89,215 per annum)

About the Role - Kōrero mō te Tūranga

We are seeking a Policy Analyst to join the Biosecurity Partnerships Policy and Regulatory Stewardship team, which sits within the Regulatory Systems Policy directorate of Policy & Trade. The Regulatory Systems Policy directorate leads the development of high-level strategies for the food, exports, animal welfare and biosecurity systems, and the policy and regulatory frameworks that MPI operates within.

The Biosecurity Partnerships Policy and Regulatory Stewardship team works in partnership with other parts of MPI and government agencies to steward the regulatory systems we administer. As a Policy Analyst on the Regulatory Stewardship part of this team, you will be involved in providing policy advice to MPI leaders, Ministers, government agencies, and stakeholders to fulfil MPI's regulatory stewardship obligations.

You will focus on primary and secondary legislation, but will need to be flexible and able to pivot to other high-priority work and projects as required.

As part of this role, you will:

• Provide clear, accurate, and well-reasoned policy advice that anticipates and meets the needs of the Minister and communicates complex issues and concepts;
• Support and lead engagement with delivery agencies, stakeholders, and government agencies to ensure the advice provided is practical and effective;
• Develop innovative, practical, effective, and durable policy options to achieve desired outcomes;
• Collaborate with peers in Policy & Trade and other departments on cross-government policy development;
• Create and maintain effective internal and external relationships on the progress of specific issues.

About You - Mōu

You will ideally be currently working as a Policy Analyst or in a similar role, with an interest in broadening your experience and knowledge of the primary sector to progess towards the next steps in your career.

You will be a proactive and curious individual who will be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, a solution focussed approach, and a proven ability to forge effective partnerships. You will draw on your experience to promote a collaborative approach within the team and have the ability to effectively present complex information to different stakeholder groups.

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience as a policy analyst or in a strongly similar working environment;
• Critical thinking and analytical skills to solve complex policy problems;
• Experience using a range of oral, written, and visual mediums to communicate effectively in diverse situations;
• Strong self-motivation, with a demonstrated curiosity and desire to learn more;
• A demonstrated ability to anticipate possible challenges and prepare for or mitigate them;
• Flexibility and comfort with working with ambiguity;
• Computer literacy for basic programmes such as Word, Excel;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

You do not need to meet all of the role requirements to apply. We offer a breadth of development and learning opportunities and will welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit.

About the Team -

Mō tō mātou Rōpū

This is a Wellington based role reporting to the Manager Biosecurity Partnerships Policy and Regulatory Stewardship, you will work alongside a mix of Policy Analysts including a Principal Adviser and Senior Policy Analysts.

This team brings a mix of strong industry knowledge, and promotes strategic thinking. The team has a collaborative working style so that everyone feels supported in contributing to their collective goals.

The team also works closely with the wider Policy & Trade branch, government agencies and industry so there is ample opportunity to build meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Policy and Trade provides sector-level strategic thinking and evidence-based advice for effective government decision-making for systems related to agriculture, forestry, fisheries, biosecurity, food, animal welfare and rural communities. Our people are our greatest resource. They are collaborative, supportive, passionate, and are highly skilled in a range of economic, science and social disciplines.

About MPI - Mō Te Manatū Ahu Matua

We're passionate about growing prosperity in the sector while ensuring respect for Kaitiaki – guardianship of our natural resources.

Benefits of working at MPI - Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua

• Additional MPI leave days
• Annual Wellness payment
• Career development and internal opportunities across the branch and organisation

Benefits of working at MPI

Are you ready to make a difference? - Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatū Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.

To view the position description and/or apply online, please click “APPLY” or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday 19th June 2026

If you have any questions about the role, please email [email protected]

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