Policy analyst
Policy analyst
Also known as
Policy adviser
AUT programmes
Work environment
- Usually work regular business hours
- Usually work in offices
- Need to be accurate, communicate well and identify and solve problems
Typical tasks
- Advise others on matters of public policy
- Evaluate information related to legal matters in public or personal records
- Research relevant legal materials to aid decision making
- Coordinate with external parties to exchange information
- Communicate with government agencies
- Prepare technical reports for internal use
- Present research results to others
Salary information
| Lower | Most common | Upper |
| $63K | $81K-$136K | $172K |
Tips from AUT graduates
Bachelor of Arts
Marketing combines analytical thinking with human insight. It’s about understanding behaviour, positioning value and making strategic decisions that create measurable impact. My advice is to focus on building judgement, communication skills and reliability. The marketing industry moves quickly, and those who can think clearly under pressure stand out. And finally, be proactive. Opportunities often come to those who show readiness, not just readiness on paper.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Marketing combines analytical thinking with human insight. It’s about understanding behaviour, positioning value and making strategic decisions that create measurable impact. My advice is to focus on building judgement, communication skills and reliability. The marketing industry moves quickly, and those who can think clearly under pressure stand out. And finally, be proactive. Opportunities often come to those who show readiness, not just readiness on paper.
People & Capability Advisor, Auckland Kindergarten Association
Bachelor of Business
Marketing combines analytical thinking with human insight. It’s about understanding behaviour, positioning value and making strategic decisions that create measurable impact. My advice is to focus on building judgement, communication skills and reliability. The marketing industry moves quickly, and those who can think clearly under pressure stand out. And finally, be proactive. Opportunities often come to those who show readiness, not just readiness on paper.
Associate Data Scientist, Fonterra
Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
Marketing combines analytical thinking with human insight. It’s about understanding behaviour, positioning value and making strategic decisions that create measurable impact. My advice is to focus on building judgement, communication skills and reliability. The marketing industry moves quickly, and those who can think clearly under pressure stand out. And finally, be proactive. Opportunities often come to those who show readiness, not just readiness on paper.
Distribution Centre Optimisation Lead, Global Supply Chain, Fonterra
Bachelor of Business
Marketing combines analytical thinking with human insight. It’s about understanding behaviour, positioning value and making strategic decisions that create measurable impact. My advice is to focus on building judgement, communication skills and reliability. The marketing industry moves quickly, and those who can think clearly under pressure stand out. And finally, be proactive. Opportunities often come to those who show readiness, not just readiness on paper.
Outlook
Public service agencies and city and regional councils have a need for people who can bring tikanga Māori values to the workplace. Internally they need people to facilitate and engage with diverse groups of people across the organisation. They also need employees who can work alongside hapū, whānau and iwi, regarding areas such as management of land, water, infrastructure, environmental awareness and economic development.
What employers and industry want in graduates
- Passionate about Te Reo me Ngā Tikanga Māori
- Strong leadership qualities
- Solid belief in the importance of developing and maintaining relationships
- Committed to contributing to Kaupapa Māori outcomes for Te Ao Māori
- Connected with their community, whānau, hapū, and iwi, and the global community
- Analytical and a critical thinker