Principal Policy Analyst - Maternity, Child and Family Policy at Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

153748.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Policy Development, Maternity Policy, Child and Youth Health Policy, Funding Settings, System Design, Advising Ministers, Cabinet Papers, Cross-Government Leadership, Analytical Capability, Quantitative Analysis, Programme Planning, Project Planning, Political Astuteness, Stakeholder Relationship Building, Equity Focus, Te Tiriti o Waitangi Compliance

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Wellington based | Permanent | Full-time Shape nationally significant health policy Improve outcomes for women, tamariki and whānau Midpoint of $153,748 dependent on experience The Principal Policy Analyst – Maternity, Child and Youth Policy provides senior leadership across maternity and child and youth health portfolios, with responsibility for shaping funding settings, service models and system architecture. We have two positions available. In this role you will lead high profile maternity policy initiatives that influence how services are funded and delivered across the care continuum. In parallel, you will drive integrated child and youth health policy, with a strong emphasis on the first 2,000 days and alignment across health and wider social systems. Operating at both strategic and technical levels, you will work across the health sector and with central and social agencies to deliver coherent, implementable policy that strengthens system performance and delivers improved outcomes for women, children and families. Ko tōu ake mahi - What you’ll do Lead maternity policy with a strong funding and system design lens Drive child and youth health policy, with a particular focus on the first 2,000 days, ensuring alignment between maternal health, early childhood, youth services and wider social system settings Provide authoritative advice to Ministers and senior leaders, producing high‑quality Cabinet papers, briefings and advice that clearly articulate strategic choices, trade‑offs and funding implications. Lead and influence across government, building strong working relationships with agencies beyond health and aligning policy, funding and delivery settings to shared outcomes. Build policy capability through coaching, providing deep analytical support, and working collaboratively with colleagues Establishing and leveraging trusted relationships across the Ministry and sector Ensuring equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations are reflected in every piece of work. Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you’ll bring Extensive experience leading complex policy development and providing high quality advice to Ministers. Demonstrated experience shaping funding and system settings Strong cross‑government experience, with the credibility and skill to lead work programmes involving multiple agencies and differing policy, funding and operating models Highly developed analytical capability, including working with quantitative analysis and modelling to inform funding, investment and system decisions Strong programme and project planning capability, delivering work on time and within budget. Political astuteness and sound judgement, with experience advising Ministers and senior leaders on complex, cross‑cutting issues. A tertiary qualification in health, public policy, or a related field, or equivalent senior policy experience. Ngā hua o tō mātou whare - What we bring Discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth. We're not just a workplace; we're a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance. At Manatū Hauora, we value the authentic ‘you’, ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters. Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving. Join us today and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings. Please contact us if you require any support to ensure the recruitment process is accessible. Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply Applications close on Thursday 2nd April. Please note that you must have permanent working rights and be based in Wellington to be eligible for this position. If you plan on relocating, please state in your cover letter. Click here to view the position description and apply. Please follow the online process at our Careers Website to apply. Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications. If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at recruitment@health.govt.nz. The Ministry of Health is steward of the New Zealand health system and the lead advisor to Government on health. Our overarching goal is for all New Zealanders to live longer and in better health to have an improved quality of life. As steward, we set the direction across the health system so we and others can make informed decisions and prioritise resources accordingly. We advise the Government on health policy, and regulate and monitor the health system, to ensure all New Zealanders have access to health care for better health outcomes. Our role is to create an environment where all New Zealanders are supported to stay well and where all parts of the health system are supported to operate at their best.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing senior leadership across maternity and child/youth health portfolios, focusing on shaping funding settings, service models, and system architecture for nationally significant health policy. Responsibilities include leading high-profile maternity initiatives and driving integrated child/youth health policy, particularly concerning the first 2,000 days.