Senior Adviser, Economics - International Development

The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders.

Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui.  

• Analyse global macroeconomic and financial market trends and issues
• Advise on policy issues relating to international economic development
• Contribute new ideas and thinking to diverse policy discussions
• 2 positions available:  1- full-time and 1 fixed term (18 months) Wellington based roles

Bring your economic expertise to make a difference in developing countries.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role  

As a Senior Adviser, Economics, you will be responsible for analysing and monitoring global economic and financial trends and providing high quality advice on issues relating to international economic development. You will lead selected analytical workstreams and contribute actively towards New Zealand’s International Development Cooperation programme. You will demonstrate enthusiasm and leadership in working through complex and challenging economic issues in support of the achievement of the Ministry’s strategic priorities, including improved international development outcomes.

The salary range for these roles are $124,674  to midpoint $146,675. These fixed total remunerations are inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution and negotiable depending on skills and experience.  

Please view a copy of the Position Description here.

Please note you may be required to travel overseas.

Mā‎ wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?

We’d like to hear from you if you possess the following skills and experience:

• A postgraduate tertiary qualification (preferably at Honours level or above) in economics and/or finance
• Experience (4 years minimum) providing qualitative and quantitative economic analysis and policy advice
• Understanding of the international economic and political environment

 In addition we will be looking for you to highlight the following on your application:

• Experience researching and analysing global macroeconomic and financial markets trends
• Advising on economic policy issues

Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.  If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too – as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability.  As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support. 

Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?

We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options.  Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.

MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging.  We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds. You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here

Mō mātou - About us

Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous.  By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values.  We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world. 

Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?

Apply today with your CV and cover letter.

For a confidential discussion please email sally.waswo@mfat.govt.nz

You MUST be a NZ Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance.

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:

http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 19 May 2024.

Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role.  This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.  

While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.

If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns