Analyst at Candidate Experience Site - Department of Internal Affairs

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Apr, 26

Salary

88614.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Legislation Interpretation, Report Preparation, Risk Identification, Decision Making, Stakeholder Engagement

Industry

Government Relations Services

Description

Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Location: Wellington-based, open to the right candidate from Christchurch or Auckland Business Group: Charities Services Branch: Regulatory and Identity Services Salary: $71,208 - $88,614 Are you passionate about integrity, accountability, and making a difference in the charitable sector? Join Charities Services, where we promote trust and confidence in charities, encourage good governance, and support their efficiency and effectiveness. We’re looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Analyst to join our team. If you have experience in data analysis, regulatory compliance, and interpreting complex information, you can make a significant contribution to our work. About the role As a Charities Analyst, you will play a critical role in assessing applications, monitoring compliance, and providing insights that support regulatory decisions. You will analyse operational information from charities, identify risks, and prepare clear, evidence-based recommendations for decision-makers, including Managers and the Charities Registration Board. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift quickly and will be comfortable working with complex legislation and sensitive matters. You will also have effective communication skills that will allow you to communicate clearly and in plain language to internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Analyse charity registration applications and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with legislative requirements. Prepare high-quality reports, recommendations and decision papers. Communicate technical decisions and adverse outcomes to non-technical audience. Manage an ongoing caseload and complete work within a timely manner. Interpret and apply charities legislation, as well as international charities case law. What We’re Looking For: Proven experience in a regulatory, analyst, policy, or advisory role within government or a similar environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex legislation. Ability to interpret legislation and apply it to real-world scenarios. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. If you want a job where the work you do matters to New Zealand, we would like to hear from you. Applications close: 5pm, Sunday, 8 February 2026. For more information please contact: Metua Sadler Job description: To review the full job description, please click here. If you are unable to follow the link, please review the full job description on our careers website. At the Department of Internal Affairs, the work we do makes New Zealand a better place for those born here, and those new New Zealanders who have chosen to call this country home. The Regulatory and Identity Services branch is responsible for regulatory systems and functions related to charities, gambling, anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism (AML/CFT), digital safety, passports, civil registries, citizenship and identity management. The branch also delivers identity products and services that enable customers to register their life events, access services from other public and private sector agencies and businesses, and travel seamlessly overseas. The branch has programmes of work and support functions that include data analysis and insights, information sharing, forecasting, systems, service design, risk and assurance, intelligence and investigations, engagement and education, operational policy, product innovation, international product strategy and commercial.

Responsibilities

As a Charities Analyst, you will assess applications, monitor compliance, and provide insights for regulatory decisions. You will analyze operational information from charities and prepare evidence-based recommendations.