Have you got what it takes to shape Aotearoa New Zealand's tomorrow?
Joining our team will see you working on one of government's key priorities, in a caring and collaborative team environment, advancing your skills and career, while shaping a better tomorrow for all New Zealanders.
Mō mātou | About Us
At The Treasury Te Tai Ōhanga we're creating a better future for New Zealand and everyone who calls our amazing country home. We're the Government's economic and financial advisor, working hard to raise the standard of living for everyone in Aotearoa, now and in the future.
Our talented people bring diverse backgrounds and experience to tackling New Zealand's biggest and most inter-connected issues. Every day, they are influencing, advising, and supporting Ministers, Crown CEOs and Government decision-makers to shape our country's collective tomorrow.
Our National Infrastructure Unit supports the Government's infrastructure priorities. The NIU team leads advice to the Government on infrastructure policy and commercial advice, including the Government's guidance on Private Public Partnerships (PPPs). The NIU also leads the Treasury's fiscal advice on transport and communications. The NIU also leads the Treasury's fiscal and policy advice on transport and communications.
Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role
We are looking for a senior analyst to work in the NIU until the end of June 2026, leading the preparation of advice on the National Infrastructure Plan. The Plan will be prepared by the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission and the Treasury, as primary advisors to the Minister for Infrastructure, have a key role in supporting his consideration of the draft and shaping the Government response to the final Plan.
A key part of this role will be shaping the Treasury's view of the Plan as a central agency, and leading engagement across a range of government agencies to ensure a whole-of-government view of the draft Plan.
Ō pūmanawa | About You
The successful candidate will have a passion for making a difference and getting things done. We are committed to employing people with a wide range of academic, cultural and social backgrounds and experiences, who represent the New Zealand community we serve.
The specific experience, skills, and qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with an ability to draw together diverse perspectives
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex issues and concepts clearly and succinctly
- An ability to see and understand the big picture, read the environment and identify gaps and opportunities
- Advanced relationship management skills and the ability to establish trust and influence across a team, with senior leadership and ministers, relatively quickly
- An ability to operate in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- An ability to work with others to develop solutions to complex problems
- A generous, team-player attitude
Ko ngā hua | What we Offer
This is an important job and that's why we'll do all we can to support your success including flexible work arrangements. Our numerous social events, sports teams and employee networks will enable you to connect and have fun.
The wharenui, at the heart of our workplace, embodies our commitment to diversity and making this an inclusive place that will welcome the unique experiences and perspectives you bring to our collaborative team culture.
The work will stimulate and challenge you, helping you learn, grow and build valuable experience and skills.
Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now to shape your, and New Zealand's, tomorrow.
Apply online with your CV and a brief cover letter. Further information about the expectations of the role can be found in the job description below.
Given the fixed-term nature of this role, we are open to filling this role as a secondment from other government agencies.
Applications close 11.55pm, Sunday 15 June. We may interview people as we receive their applications. For more information and a kōrero please contact us at [email protected].
Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)
