Analyst - Health Team at The Treasury, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Have you got what it takes to shape Aotearoa New Zealand's tomorrow?

We're looking for someone early in their public service career who is keen to join a dynamic, vibrant team working at critical time in the transformation of the health system. Joining our team will see you working 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 their diverse backgrounds and experiences 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. We provide you with a rich and supported learning environment to gain the skills you need in your role.

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role

An equitable and high performing health sector is at the heart of delivering higher living standards and wellbeing for New Zealanders, and we have a unique opportunity for someone in the early stages of their career to join the Health team.

Our Vote team provides policy and funding advice on a range of issues, particularly through the annual Budget process. You will have the opportunity to work across topics but will focus on advising on both health physical infrastructure (including new hospital investment proposals) and data and digital transformation and investment. This is a great opportunity to understand public finance through the lens of a big, complex sector, a skill that will be invaluable across your career. In this role you will work alongside senior representatives across health agencies and interact frequently with Ministers’ offices.

Ō pūmanawa | About You

This important work takes a special kind of person with a passion for making a difference and getting things done. We are committed to employing people from a wide range of academic, cultural and social backgrounds and experiences.

We're looking for someone with 18 to 36 months' public sector policy experience (or equivalent) who wants to take a step up in their career, within a supportive and friendly team environment.

You must be passionate about the public service and have a drive to make a difference.  The key thing we are looking for – in addition to the strong base in critical thinking that all policy work requires – is a “people person”. You will bring strong soft skills, particularly communication, relationship skills, and the ability to manage your time and tasks. A technical background in public finance or economics is not a prerequisite for the role – you’ll be well supported to learn the technical elements on the job.

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. Flexible work arrangements and five weeks annual leave, along with a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives, will help you to enjoy a positive work/life balance. 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.

We'll prioritise your development, offering you opportunities to train and advance your chosen career. 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. Applications close 11.55pm on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

For more information and a kōrero please contact us at talent@treasury.govt.nz

Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)