Senior Archives Operational Policy Analyst

About Us | Mō mātou     

Join the Partnerships and Commissions | Te Aukaha branch and help deliver services that truly matter! From national institutions and commissions to community-driven initiatives like Hāpai Hapori Community Operations, Archives National Library, and Ministerial Services, we bring together innovation, strategy, and action to make a positive difference across Aotearoa. 

The role | Te tūnga 

We have a fixed‑term opportunity for a Senior Archives Operational Policy Analyst until December 2026. In this role, you’ll help safeguard the integrity and accessibility of public sector records by developing operational policy, guidance and standards, supporting the interpretation and application of legislation, and contributing advice to senior leaders and Ministers.

Your primary focus will be embedding the Information Management Maturity Assessment tool across central and local government, including setting maturity expectations and ensuring results can be tracked and acted on. You’ll also contribute to wider recordkeeping improvement work linked to the Crown response to the Royal Commission into Abuse in Care.

What you bring | Nōu te rourou

• Experience or qualifications in information management, operational policy, or regulatory practice 
• Ability to translate legislation into clear operational policy, processes and guidance 
• Strong analytical and communication skills, able to identify risks and provide practical recommendations 
• Understanding of public sector frameworks and how central government operates 
• Experience engaging effectively with Māori stakeholders and handling Māori information appropriately 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities to a high standard

For you | Mōu 

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.  

To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/ 

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The appointing range for this role $99,025 - $123,231, depending on your level of experience. 

To review the full job description, please click here. 

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application. 

We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please let us know if there is any support we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you. 

Applications for this role close 9am, Tuesday 7th April 2026. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role. 

If you have any questions please email Antony Moss.