Principal Policy Adviser - Aquaculture Policy

Come and join the aquaculture policy team supporting government decision-making in a high profile growth area which is rapidly increasing its impact on New Zealand's economy and is only set to get bigger…

Kōrero mō te Tūranga - About the Role

We like to work collaboratively, and we actively look for opportunities for people to contribute to work across the team, the wider directorate and MPI.

Primary Sector Policy's diverse work includes:

• New regulatory initiatives and amendments to primary sector legislation including for the Fishing, Forestry and production animal-based industries
• Contributing to cross-government initiatives such as the Emissions Reduction Plan, resource management reform, development of biodiversity standards for the marine environment
• Supporting the Māori-Crown relationship through strengthening our partnerships with Māori and iwi and providing for participation and protection in the land and marine environment
• Supporting quality decisions through clear advice on strategic and operational policy issues.

Mōu - About You

We are seeking a principal analyst with a strong understanding of primary sector policy to work across the Aquaculture Policy team and wider Primary Sector Policy Directorate.

Can you bring the following skills?

• Intellectual and professional leadership to shape the scope and ambition of long-term strategies in conjunction with internal MPI and external agency partners
• Enthusiasm for building the capability of team members and contributing to a high-performing team culture
• Experience delivering excellent advice that supports quality decision-making
• A superb communicator who will grow our team's influence
• The ability to work with tangata whenua to meet the Government's obligations under te Tiriti.

Mō tō mātou Rōpū - About the Team  

The Aquaculture Policy team sits within in the Primary Sector Policy Directorate at MPI. We deliver a mix of strategic and regulatory policy to support to government's goal of $3 billion by 2035, guided by the Government's aquaculture strategy.

Our marine focus means we consider customary, recreational, and commercial uses of the marine environment alongside environmental outcomes. We work with iwi and agencies like the Ministry for the Environment and the Department of Conservation. Our advice is informed by policy research, economic analysis, and system design with a strong focus on implementation.

Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua - About MPI

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most sustainable provider of high-value food and primary products.

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

• Career development and internal opportunities across the branch and organisation
• Mentoring and coaching programmes
• Annual Wellness payment

Wā Mahi Ngāwari - Flexible Working

We support flexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss these options with you.

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

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 FOR THIS JOB” 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 midnight on Sunday 27th August 2023.

If you have any questions about the role, please email [email protected] - Aquaculture Policy Manager