Salary: $127,142 - $155,000 per annum (+ KiwiSaver)Team and Group: Economics, Sector StrategyPosition Type: Fixed Term, Full time (38 hours per week)Location: Wellington CBD office (Queens Wharf) / 2x flexible WFH days per weekAbout the Ministry of TransportThe Ministry of Transport is the system leader for transport in New Zealand. The Ministry is the government's principal adviser on transport policy, regulation, and investment. We play a crucial role in ensuring the transport system is working to improve prosperity for New Zealanders.The Ministry is a small, agile, and friendly organisation which maintains a culture that is collaborative, bold, and invested.About the opportunityWe are looking for an experienced Principal Economist to join our Economics team to cover parental leave for 12 months. Led by our Chief Economist and Manager, our friendly Economics team is responsible for providing economic advice and economic appraisal services across the Ministry. Our goal is to enable the delivery of excellent advice and provide insights derived from the latest evidence.You will need to be confident working across the organisation to support and influence policy through economic advice. You will lead economic and cost-benefit analyses on a range of transport matters and provide technical review of draft policy documents (including cost recovery and regulatory impact statements) prepared by other areas of the Ministry. You will provide expert advice and solid leadership, coach and mentor other staff to build the overall capability of the team and support greater use of economic frameworks in advice across the Ministry.What you'll bringThe ability to communicate complex technical information and convey the key findings from economic analysis into plain EnglishExcellent interpersonal skillsA post-graduate qualification in an economic field, with a strong quantitative backgroundExtensive experience in applying and guiding the use of economic concepts, principles, frameworks, and techniques in different contexts to dissect, identify, and solve policy issuesProven ability to lead projects or aid in their delivery via a support rolePrevious experience coaching and mentoring in a leading roleWhat we offerSupportive, flexible work environment and individual development plansLaptop, mobile, and work from home IT equipmentModern offices located right on the wharf with collaborative working spaces, showers, storage for bicycles/scooters, and personal lockersA range of employee-led networksHow to applyTo view the job description, or apply online, click Apply. Please include a CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience.To apply for this role, you must have the right to live and work in New Zealand. You will need to be based in Wellington or ready to relocate. Other locations will not be considered.We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, orientations, and identities. We aim to create a workplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, and supported. #J-18808-Ljbffr
