Human Rights Commission Jobs in All Wellington, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Safeguarding Coordinator

at The Personal Advocacy and Safeguarding Adults Trust

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$33 – $38 per hour

Te Aorerekura Family Violence Entry to Expert Capability Aligned Training
Remote work from home position
Be a part of a national team

Te Aorerekura Family Violence Entry to Expert Capability Aligned Training
Remote work from home position
Be a part of a national team

Opportunity to work remotely, coordinating multi-agency responses to safeguard adults at risk.

subClassification: Aged & Disability SupportAged & Disability Support

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

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Manager, Strategy and Performance

at Office of the Ombudsman

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Brand new position
Lead organisational strategy and outcomes frameworks
Based in our Wellington office

Brand new position
Lead organisational strategy and outcomes frameworks
Based in our Wellington office

A brand new role leading a team of high performers focussed on developing strategic frameworks, performance outcomes and governance planning

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed ten days ago

Safeguarding Coordinator

at The Personal Advocacy and Safeguarding Adults Trust

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$33 – $38 per hour

Te Aorerekura Family Violence Entry to Expert Capability Aligned Training
Remote work from home position
Be a part of a national team

Te Aorerekura Family Violence Entry to Expert Capability Aligned Training
Remote work from home position
Be a part of a national team

Opportunity to work remotely, coordinating multi-agency responses to safeguard adults at risk.

subClassification: Aged & Disability SupportAged & Disability Support

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Independent Finance, Audit and Risk Committee Member and Chair

at Human Rights Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Te Kāhui Tika Tangata, Aotearoa’s Human Rights Commission, is seeking suitably qualified candidates for two Finance, Audit & Risk Committee roles

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

13d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Court Registry Officer

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

This is an entry-level role with career growth potential
Variety and challenge in a unique role
Collaborative and supportive team environment

This is an entry-level role with career growth potential
Variety and challenge in a unique role
Collaborative and supportive team environment

Work with a team responsible for the successful operation of the Court

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

22h ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Claims Team Administrator

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$56,343 and $74,416

Shape a fairer justice system for all New Zealanders.
Support a diverse workforce where people truly thrive.
The Ministry is a great place to be - where you can be yourself and succeed.

Shape a fairer justice system for all New Zealanders.
Support a diverse workforce where people truly thrive.
The Ministry is a great place to be - where you can be yourself and succeed.

Contribute to the administrative support of the Waitangi Tribunal providing administrative support to the Manager, Claims and Registry and Claims team

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

21h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Experienced Professionals - Foreign Policy Opportunities

at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Recruiting now for a start in July 2026
Work for New Zealanders on global issues
Build a varied, meaningful career in Wellington and overseas

Recruiting now for a start in July 2026
Work for New Zealanders on global issues
Build a varied, meaningful career in Wellington and overseas

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade welcomes applications from experienced policy professionals.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed four days ago

Policy & Advocacy Lead

at Unicef

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$105,000 – $120,000 per annum pro rata

Lead policy and advocacy to influence government, strengthen systems, and advance children’s rights in Aotearoa and globally.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Advisor, Reviews and System Capability

at Ministry for Regulation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$79,078 – $104,887 per year

Opportunity for someone seeking their first advisor role
Collaborate in an environment that values your expertise and ideas
Join a fun and collaborative team

Opportunity for someone seeking their first advisor role
Collaborate in an environment that values your expertise and ideas
Join a fun and collaborative team

Join a small, smart, future-focused and passionate team, committed to creating system-level impact.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Court Victim Advisor

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$74,634 to $95,591.

Champion victim rights, safety and participation under the Victims Rights Act.
Work with Police, courts and agencies to coordinate timely victim support.
Provide clear case updates, court education and practical support for victims.

Champion victim rights, safety and participation under the Victims Rights Act.
Work with Police, courts and agencies to coordinate timely victim support.
Provide clear case updates, court education and practical support for victims.

Support victims through criminal court proceedings with information, advocacy and safety-focused support.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Advocacy and Policy Officer

at Australasian College of Paramedicine

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$78,000 – $83,000 per year (pro-rata, 0.25 FTE)

Flexible, part‑time role – 0.25 FTE (1 day / week), fully remote within Aotearoa
Purpose‑driven impact – Contribute to meaningful health policy for paramedicine

Flexible, part‑time role – 0.25 FTE (1 day / week), fully remote within Aotearoa
Purpose‑driven impact – Contribute to meaningful health policy for paramedicine

A flexible, part‑time, remote role supporting health policy, advocacy, and professional engagement to strengthen paramedicine’s voice across Aotearoa

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Policy Advisor

at The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$76,000 – $103,000 per annum

Support Aotearoa's GP workforce through the policy and advocacy environment
Unique not-for-profit education organisation
Flexible working, professional development opportunities, wellness benefits

Support Aotearoa's GP workforce through the policy and advocacy environment
Unique not-for-profit education organisation
Flexible working, professional development opportunities, wellness benefits

Practical policy that lands: help reduce health inequities and support GPs by translating complex issues into clear, evidence based advice.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

12d ago

Listed seven days ago

Claims Team Administrator

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$56,343 and $74,416

Shape a fairer justice system for all New Zealanders.
Support a diverse workforce where people truly thrive.
The Ministry is a great place to be - where you can be yourself and succeed.

Shape a fairer justice system for all New Zealanders.
Support a diverse workforce where people truly thrive.
The Ministry is a great place to be - where you can be yourself and succeed.

Contribute to the administrative support of the Waitangi Tribunal providing administrative support to the Manager, Claims and Registry and Claims team

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

7d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Manager - Policy and Strategic Support

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Competitive Salary + Hybrid Work + Staff Benefits

Visible, hands-on leader driving policy and supporting strategic direction
Develop secondary legislation and standards for professional practice
Central Wellington office with harbour views

Visible, hands-on leader driving policy and supporting strategic direction
Develop secondary legislation and standards for professional practice
Central Wellington office with harbour views

A strategic, action-focused leader in standards, policy, advice, and project delivery, committed to public safety and health equity.

Recruited byNgan Nguyen

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Advisor

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Exciting role in a unique environment
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Use your skills to create meaningful change

Exciting role in a unique environment
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Use your skills to create meaningful change

Provide operational advice about the design options and impacts of new initiatives and contribute to the delivery of updates.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Manager, Strategy and Performance

at Office of the Ombudsman

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Brand new position
Lead organisational strategy and outcomes frameworks
Based in our Wellington office

Brand new position
Lead organisational strategy and outcomes frameworks
Based in our Wellington office

A brand new role leading a team of high performers focussed on developing strategic frameworks, performance outcomes and governance planning

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Researcher Analyst

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$67,066 and $90,008

Contribute to nationally significant Waitangi Tribunal inquiries.
Deliver research that supports justice and Treaty outcomes.
Work across courts and tribunals improving services nationwide.

Contribute to nationally significant Waitangi Tribunal inquiries.
Deliver research that supports justice and Treaty outcomes.
Work across courts and tribunals improving services nationwide.

Conduct research and analysis to support Waitangi Tribunal inquiries, facilitate hearings, and assist in drafting reports across the inquiry lifecycle

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago