Alison joined NZIER in July 2008. Alison has experience in central and local government research, policy and planning, economic development, urban development, sector and regional development and labour market development (at national, regional and sector levels). She also has experience in applying sustainable development frameworks and a strong background in public sector management issues, with a particular focus on ‘joined up government’ including central and local government collaboration.

Previously Alison has worked in several central government departments and metropolitan councils in a variety of senior roles. Her most recent role prior to joining NZIER was heading sector and regional labour market development in central government.