Critical Thinking Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Customer Service / Sales Support

This is a Contract/Temp job

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

Customer service role on a 6-month contract. Support customers, handle enquiries, and keep communication smooth across the team.

subClassification: Client & Sales AdministrationClient & Sales Administration

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

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Programme Director (Transformation)

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

Lead Council’s transformation programme, including delivery of our Target Operating Model and coordinating our response to reform activities.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed eleven days ago

Senior/Policy Advisor - 3 positions

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Te Papa Atawhai DOC has an opportunity to shape and influence policy that drives transformational change in Aotearoa's conservation sector.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Programme Director (Transformation)

at Hutt City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

12 - 18 month fixed term opportunity
Delivery of the initial phases of Council’s transformation
Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a city-wide level

Lead Council’s transformation programme, including delivery of our Target Operating Model and coordinating our response to reform activities.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed nine days ago

Customer Service / Sales Support

at Bailey Tanks

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wiri, Auckland

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

Customer service role on a 6-month contract. Support customers, handle enquiries, and keep communication smooth across the team.

subClassification: Client & Sales AdministrationClient & Sales Administration

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

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at Niche Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

6 month hourly rate contract
Mix of Operational and Strategic policy
Start ASAP

6 month hourly rate contract
Mix of Operational and Strategic policy
Start ASAP

Develop policy for a small team focused on providing outcomes to communities.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Business Management Advisor (Canterbury)

at Prime Strategies Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$140,000 – $210,000 per year

Apply your experience. Help Canterbury businesses thrive.
Enjoy helping people and organisations to realise their potential?
Work that fits life, strong earnings, real impact for local business owners

Apply your experience. Help Canterbury businesses thrive.
Enjoy helping people and organisations to realise their potential?
Work that fits life, strong earnings, real impact for local business owners

Turn your business experience into high-value advisory work helping Canterbury SME owners build stronger, better-performing businesses.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

19d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

AI Lab Research Fellow - Planning, Funding & Outcomes

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Support cutting-edge AI health research—help deliver national projects improving diagnostics, access, and equity across Aotearoa.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Whānau Liaison

at Ronald McDonald House Charities New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Grafton, Auckland

A newly created full-time position to help strengthen the support we provide to whānau across our Auckland programs and nationally.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Principal Advisor

at Education Review Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Meaningful work contributing to the improvement of education systems
Bring your creativity, passion, innovation, and ideas to work on
Exciting opportunity in Evaluation and Policy

Meaningful work contributing to the improvement of education systems
Bring your creativity, passion, innovation, and ideas to work on
Exciting opportunity in Evaluation and Policy

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

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

18d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Principal/Senior Evaluator

at Education Review Office

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Impactful role improving education outcomes.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Impactful role improving education outcomes.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.

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

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27d ago

Listed three days ago

Compliance and Risk Specialist

at The People Place

This is a Contract/Temp job

Takapuna, Auckland

Base salary + kiwisaver + supportive team

Be part of a leading, values-driven NZ organisation making a real difference
Rewarding and varied work in a supportive team environment
Modern office - right in the heart of Takapuna overlooking the beach

Be part of a leading, values-driven NZ organisation making a real difference
Rewarding and varied work in a supportive team environment
Modern office - right in the heart of Takapuna overlooking the beach

In this project role, work alongside the Risk Analyst to support key initiatives, apply your exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

subClassification: Risk ConsultingRisk Consulting

classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Research Interviewer - Youth Mental Health Survey

at Ipsos NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland(Hybrid)

Kia ora, talofa lava, mālō e lelei, kia orana, bula vinaka! Join a team helping to shape the future for Aotearoa by reflecting all voices...

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

16d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Change Manager

at Stats NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Lead transformative change at the heart of a fast‑moving, enterprise‑wide programme shaping Aotearoa’s future.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Project Manager - Te Wharau Project

at Nga Taonga Sound & Vision

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Work with leadership to plan relocation and processing of collection materials.
Be part of an organisation that values Te Tiriti and cultural identity.
Flexible working – 65 hours per fortnight on full-time pay.

Work with leadership to plan relocation and processing of collection materials.
Be part of an organisation that values Te Tiriti and cultural identity.
Flexible working – 65 hours per fortnight on full-time pay.

Join a purpose-led org preserving the audiovisual heritage of Aotearoa, playing a key role in a large-scale collections relocation & storage project.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed nine days ago

Sessional Lecturers & Assessment Markers - BIS

at Future Skills

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Flexible, contract-based engagement aligned with block delivery
Contribute to programmes with strong industry relevance and applied focus
Work with a diverse international student cohort

Flexible, contract-based engagement aligned with block delivery
Contribute to programmes with strong industry relevance and applied focus
Work with a diverse international student cohort

We are looking for sessional lecturers and assessment markers for our Business Information Systems (Postgraduate) starting in Block 2, 20th April 2026

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Project Officer, Te Tupu Whakaritorito Psychiatry Interest Forum (NZ)

at The Royal Australian & NZ College of Psychiatrists

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

NZ$68,000 to NZ$83,000 (AUD)

Shape the future psychiatry workforce in Aotearoa New Zealand
Work on a nationally funded, purpose‑driven health program
Hybrid role with great benefits and meaningful impact

Shape the future psychiatry workforce in Aotearoa New Zealand
Work on a nationally funded, purpose‑driven health program
Hybrid role with great benefits and meaningful impact

Join RANZCP as a Project Officer supporting a nationally funded program shaping the future psychiatry workforce in Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

11d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Senior Advisor/Analyst

at Taska360

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$$ dependent on your experience

Initial engagement to the end of June but strong chance of extension
Work within an established team on a variety of initiatives
Will suit a critical thinker with strong report writing skills

Initial engagement to the end of June but strong chance of extension
Work within an established team on a variety of initiatives
Will suit a critical thinker with strong report writing skills

Chance to work on a variety of regulatory initiatives. Will suit a Policy Advisor or Analyst who brings regulatory expertise

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed eight days ago

Community Research Interviewer - New Zealand Health Survey

at Ipsos NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland(Remote)

About Us | Ko mātou Kia ora, talofa lava, mālō e lelei, kia orana, bula vinaka! Join a team helping to shape the future

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Workforce Planning Advisor

at Social Workers Registration Board

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$101,000 – $107,300 per year

Career‑building fixed term - broad exposure that sets you up beyond 12 months.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Mathematics Content Reviewer (New Zealand)

at Mathspace

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$50 NZD per hour

New Zealand Curriculum • Grades 7–10 • Remote • Contract • 3 Months Are you passionate about math education and building great resources for students?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

25d ago

Listed four days ago

Principal Advisor Organisational Risk

at Department of Internal Affairs

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Lead delivery of a six-month risk maturity uplift programme across Te Tari
Provide expert organisational risk advice, assurance, and enterprise risk oversi
Partner with senior leaders to strengthen risk capability, systems, and practice

Lead delivery of a six-month risk maturity uplift programme across Te Tari
Provide expert organisational risk advice, assurance, and enterprise risk oversi
Partner with senior leaders to strengthen risk capability, systems, and practice

We are seeking a Principal Advisor Organisational Risk to support a six-month programme lifting risk maturity across Te Tari.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

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