198 affairs jobs in New Zealand

at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

Help shape regulatory and policy outcomes for NZ dairy companies. Senior role working at the intersection of industry and government.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed six days ago

Team Administrator - Auckland

This is a Full time job

A varied role, providing a wide range of administrative services
Support a diverse, fast paced, high performing team
Full-time, permanent role based in Auckland

A varied role, providing a wide range of administrative services
Support a diverse, fast paced, high performing team
Full-time, permanent role based in Auckland

Join MFAT in this exciting opportunity where you will work in a collaborative environment to support business operations.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Ministerial Advisor (Expression of Interest)

This is a Full time job

at New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology

$99,025 - $141,915

Ministerial Resourcing are seeking expressions of interest for the Ministerial Advisor role, across Ministerial Offices.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Strategic Communications and Marketing Advisor

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$139,133 – $173,917 per year

Collaborate with leaders across government, research, and industry
Build and lead a high-impact communications function
Work at the intersection of innovation and government

Collaborate with leaders across government, research, and industry
Build and lead a high-impact communications function
Work at the intersection of innovation and government

Lead the communications strategy that shapes NZIAT’s voice, brand, and national influence.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

7h ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Senior Account Manager - Public Affairs Firm

at Farrow Jamieson Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$100,000 - $140.000 per annum

Prestigious public affairs firm
$100,000 - $135,000 base salary
Auckland CBD location

Prestigious public affairs firm
$100,000 - $135,000 base salary
Auckland CBD location

Proudly values-led and operating at the highest level, this firm works across complex reputation, communications and stakeholder challenges.

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

15d ago

Listed two days ago

Daily Briefings Editor

at Isentia

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

20 hours - 30k, 25 hours - 37k

We're looking for Daily Briefings Editors to work part time.

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Team Administrator Visits and Events

This is a Full time job

at Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Incorporated

$71,767 - $89,310

We're looking for a highly organised, detail-focused and energetic Team Administrator to join our dynamic Visits and Ceremonial Office (VCO).

subClassification: OtherOther

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

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Regulatory and Policy Manager

This is a Full time job

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

Help shape regulatory and policy outcomes for NZ dairy companies. Senior role working at the intersection of industry and government.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Trade Marketing Coordinator

at AFT Pharmaceuticals

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

High impact role in a purpose-driven, brand-led business
Grow alongside AFT as we achieve global reach
Based in Takapuna, North Shore, Auckland

High impact role in a purpose-driven, brand-led business
Grow alongside AFT as we achieve global reach
Based in Takapuna, North Shore, Auckland

Join our Marketing & Sales team in this exciting new role, supporting the planning & execution of trade marketing activities across NZ, AU, & globally

subClassification: Trade MarketingTrade Marketing

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Gambling Regulator

This is a Full time job

at Southern Cross Health Society

$100357 - $110k p.a.

As a Senior Gambling Regulator, you will lead complex audits, conduct venue and casino inspections, and make defensible decisions on high‑risk.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Regulatory Affairs Manager

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Bring your legal or compliance background and grow into regulatory affairs here
Be the link between regulators like the FMA and RBNZ and our business
A team that genuinely invests in your health & wellbeing, not just your career

Bring your legal or compliance background and grow into regulatory affairs here
Be the link between regulators like the FMA and RBNZ and our business
A team that genuinely invests in your health & wellbeing, not just your career

A mid-level regulatory role for someone ready to grow - connecting what's happening externally to what NZ's largest health insurer needs to do.

subClassification: Compliance & RiskCompliance & Risk

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

5d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Senior Policy Analyst

at New Zealand Customs Service

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Competitive salary - 3 extra Customs leave days

Intellectually stimulating environment that strengthens policy capability.
Work in a friendly and inclusive team environment.
Wellington based permanent position, only minutes from the Railway station.

Intellectually stimulating environment that strengthens policy capability.
Work in a friendly and inclusive team environment.
Wellington based permanent position, only minutes from the Railway station.

Are you a high performing Analyst looking to take the next step in your career, or an experienced Senior Analyst looking for your next role?

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13h ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Advisor - Operational Policy (AML/CFT)

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Foodstuffs North Island Ltd

$129,510 - $161,167 p.a.

Lead influential AML/CFT policy with national and international impact
Provide trusted advice to senior leaders and Ministers
Work on complex, high-profile issues at the heart of public trust

Lead influential AML/CFT policy with national and international impact
Provide trusted advice to senior leaders and Ministers
Work on complex, high-profile issues at the heart of public trust

Shape and lead AML/CFT operational policy that protects New Zealand's financial system and supports clear, risk-based compliance.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Customer Engagement & Loyalty Operations Executive

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland(Hybrid)

Free parking,subsidised meals,supermarket discount

Competitive salary plus generous benefits
Flexible working - work from home options
Future growth opportunities within a large and continuing evolving company

Competitive salary plus generous benefits
Flexible working - work from home options
Future growth opportunities within a large and continuing evolving company

Help to drive customer loyalty, customer engagement programmes, solve issues & power seamless retail experiences with one of NZ’s most trusted brands

subClassification: Direct Marketing & CRMDirect Marketing & CRM

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Principal Advisor - Inquiry into Tauranga Landslides

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Cowater International New Zealand Limited

$129,510 - $161,167 p.a.

Use your exceptional critical thinking skills to support a high-profile Inquiry
Provide high-quality advice to support robust, evidence-based decision making
Fixed-term or secondment opportunity through to late November 2026

Use your exceptional critical thinking skills to support a high-profile Inquiry
Provide high-quality advice to support robust, evidence-based decision making
Fixed-term or secondment opportunity through to late November 2026

Key senior role gathering and analysing a broad range of evidence to support the Inquiry

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Programme Manager

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

International Development Programme Manager to deliver a three-year bilateral programme between New Zealand and Indonesia.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Programmes Coordinator (International Development)

at Leprosy Mission NZ

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland(Hybrid)

An exciting opportunity to work across medical, public health, disability inclusion and community development programmes partnering to defeat leprosy.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

9d ago

Listed five days ago

Manager Complaints, Incidents and Enforcement

at Education Review Office

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead national complaints and enforcement functions
Drive consistency, integrity, and quality of regulatory responses
Leadership role influencing system accountability

Lead national complaints and enforcement functions
Drive consistency, integrity, and quality of regulatory responses
Leadership role influencing system accountability

Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes to improve learning for children and young people across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Advisor - Operational Policy and Practice

at Office of the Ombudsman

This is a Full time job

at Cultivate – SEEK Medium Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024

Permanent position based in our Wellington Office
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes
Support the development and maintenance of operational practice guidance

Permanent position based in our Wellington Office
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes
Support the development and maintenance of operational practice guidance

Permanent opportunity in our newly established Operational Policy and Practice team.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Compliance Officer

at Taumata Arowai

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$111,370 (90%) - $123,744 (100%) - $142,306 (115%)

Permanent Christchurch based role
Supportive, high performing team environment
Contribute to improving drinking water safety for all New Zealanders

Permanent Christchurch based role
Supportive, high performing team environment
Contribute to improving drinking water safety for all New Zealanders

Join us to grow your career in regulatory compliance and ensure New Zealanders have access to safe drinking water every day.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Communications Lead

at Wellington Electricity

This is a Full time job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

Drive strategy, digital channels, and engagement in a hands-on leadership role
Partner with senior leaders to shape communications at an organisational level
Lead communications that play a key role in serving the Wellington community

Drive strategy, digital channels, and engagement in a hands-on leadership role
Partner with senior leaders to shape communications at an organisational level
Lead communications that play a key role in serving the Wellington community

Lead communications at the heart of Wellington Electricity. Advise leaders, shape strategy, manage media and drive engagement across the business.

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Policy Advisor

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

From 106000 to 135000 NZD per year

Lead policy projects that make a difference in the lives of Aucklanders
Hybrid role with flexible working options
Salary will be $106,000 to $135,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Lead policy projects that make a difference in the lives of Aucklanders
Hybrid role with flexible working options
Salary will be $106,000 to $135,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Provide policy advice to decision-makers, to ensure Aucklanders have equitable access to open space, sports and recreation and community services.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed five hours ago

Complaints Specialist

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$70,000-$80,000 per annum pending experience

Meaningful work protecting consumer rights across Aotearoa
Multiple permanent roles: Assessor and Senior Assessor levels
Hybrid flexibility + based in Auckland OR Wellington offices

Meaningful work protecting consumer rights across Aotearoa
Multiple permanent roles: Assessor and Senior Assessor levels
Hybrid flexibility + based in Auckland OR Wellington offices

Assess, analyse, and resolve complex complaints with fairness and care in a values-driven, professional environment

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5h ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Advisor Implementation

This is a Full time job

Collaborative, innovative culture where your ideas are valued
Thrive in best-practice environment with growth opportunities
Contribute to meaningful mahi at DIA

Collaborative, innovative culture where your ideas are valued
Thrive in best-practice environment with growth opportunities
Contribute to meaningful mahi at DIA

Lead delivery of major regional programmes, working across government to implement high-impact initiatives.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

National Co-ordinator

at YWCA Aotearoa New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$57,600 – $62,400 per year

The National Co‑ordinator is the backbone of YWCA Aotearoa New Zealand’s national operations.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

16d ago

Listed six hours ago

Senior AML Regulator

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

$100,359 - $124,891.

Regulatory Services shapes systems impacting all New Zealanders, overseeing AML/CFT, gambling, and charities, while driving innovation.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6h ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

NEMA - Senior Advisor, International Engagement

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

$108,018 - $117,951

Lead strategic international engagement and cooperation on disaster readiness
Provide senior advice, briefings and coordination with global partners
Senior advisor role supporting international response and emergency deployments

Lead strategic international engagement and cooperation on disaster readiness
Provide senior advice, briefings and coordination with global partners
Senior advisor role supporting international response and emergency deployments

This is your chance to join the International Engagement team of NEMA, who coordinate NEMA's international relationships and engagements.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13h ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Advisor- Election 2026 (Governance)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fixed term to 28 February 2027
Unique and exciting opportunity
Key player in a small agile team

Fixed term to 28 February 2027
Unique and exciting opportunity
Key player in a small agile team

We are seeking a Senior Advisor to join the small team responsible for delivering the successful General Election 2026 programme.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Private Secretary (Administration/Executive Support)

This is a Full time job

at Pharmacy Council of New Zealand

$71,767 - $101,349

Ministerial Resourcing are seeking expressions of interest for the Private Secretary (Administration and Executive Support) role.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Case Manager (Fixed-term)

This is a Full time job