Are you ready to be a part of something exceptional? Our friendly Strategy, Policy and Engagement team are seeking a Policy Analyst to work in Invercargill, New Zealand.

Our Strategy, Policy and Engagement team looks after the Council's plans and strategies including the long-term plan, bylaws and policies. With so much to do to support our developing community, your days will be filled with a variety of work, providing policy and strategic advice to Council under the guidance of the Manager - Strategy, Policy and Engagement.

The hours of work for this position are 40 hours per week to be worked 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday. This is a two year fixed term position.

$36.18 - $46.82 per hour

224412. ANZSCO Skill Level 1

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Developing and presenting policy and strategic advice to Council under the guidance and direction of the Manager - Strategy, Policy and Engagement.
• Contributing to working groups on strategic policy issues, as well as supporting strategic planning activities for teams across Council.
• Opportunity to contribute to improved Council operational policy, taking on projects as required - analysing and reporting on key issues, challenges and opportunities facing Council, Invercargill and it's communities.
• Report writing and ensuring the implications of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Human Rights and equity considerations are fully addressed in policy work.
• Coordinating delivery of Section 17 reviews of Council activities and supporting the Corporate Analyst with delivery of LTP, Annual Plan and Annual Report outputs.

What you will bring:

• A tertiary level qualification in a policy or social sciences area
• A high level of political acumen and judgement
• Report writing experience
• Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative and the ability to manage significant workloads
• Ability to analyse complex information with well-developed listening, verbal and written communication skills.

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment
• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments eg. Doctor, bank, dentist

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach and the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complemented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene which are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home?

For more information please see the full position description or contact the Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please don't apply directly via SEEK as we won't receive your application.

Apply online at Careers | Invercargill City Council (icc.govt.nz)29 April 2025. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand.