192 external relations jobs in New Zealand

$135,138 - $156,706 (including 4% superannuation)

Play a key tole connecting defence with industry and government
Gain exposure to high-profile engagements across NZ & internationally
Opportunity to travel for work

Play a key tole connecting defence with industry and government
Gain exposure to high-profile engagements across NZ & internationally
Opportunity to travel for work

Lead strategic engagement with industry and partners in a role that shapes Defence outcomes and strengthens connections across NZDF

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Members, Sustainability Reporting Board

at External Reporting Board

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

at Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Incorporated

We are seeking new Board members for the Sustainability Reporting Board.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

14h ago

Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Graduate Policy Advisor

at Inland Revenue

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

at Brannigans Consulting Limited

Full-time, permanent opportunity
Wellington Based
A strong foundation for a rewarding policy career

Full-time, permanent opportunity
Wellington Based
A strong foundation for a rewarding policy career

Start your career by making a real difference for Aotearoa.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

27d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Foundation Manager

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Inaugural Role with Enduring Influence
Deliver Impact in STEM Foundation
Part Time and Christchurch Based

Inaugural Role with Enduring Influence
Deliver Impact in STEM Foundation
Part Time and Christchurch Based

You will lead the Foundation while playing a key role in shaping its future direction and impact.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

28d ago

Listed two days ago

Executive Assistant HR Support

at Nauhria Management Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

Dynamic Company seeking Personal Assistant to join their incredible team.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Marketing & Communications Specialist

at Lane Neave

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive Salary + Great Perks

Lead internal & external communications that strengthen our brand & reputation
Craft compelling content across digital, media, and firm-wide initiatives
Newly created, outcomes-driven role based in the heart of Christchurch

Lead internal & external communications that strengthen our brand & reputation
Craft compelling content across digital, media, and firm-wide initiatives
Newly created, outcomes-driven role based in the heart of Christchurch

Shape how Lane Neave communicates, connects, and shares its story as one of NZ’s leading law firms.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Stakeholder Engagement Specialist

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Build and maintain trusted relationships with our team
Manage and maintain customer-facing collateral and touchpoints
Make a real impact for Aucklanders

Build and maintain trusted relationships with our team
Manage and maintain customer-facing collateral and touchpoints
Make a real impact for Aucklanders

Connects project teams and communities through clear communication and engagement, ensuring stakeholder voices shape infrastructure delivery.

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Policy Analyst

at Department of Internal Affairs

This is a Full time job

at Habitat For Humanity New Zealand Limited

Join a high‑performing policy team that values your ideas
Thrive in a flexible, family‑friendly workplace
Make a meaningful impact at the Department of Internal Affairs

Join a high‑performing policy team that values your ideas
Thrive in a flexible, family‑friendly workplace
Make a meaningful impact at the Department of Internal Affairs

The Local Government Policy, Partnerships and Operations Group is looking for a policy analyst to join the Resilience Policy team.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Fiji & Disaster Response – Programme Manager (Part-time; 25 hours per week)

This is a Part time job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $85,000 pa (pro rata for part time hrs)

Join a team that is committed to making a difference
Capable and high performing team
Part-time; 25 hours per week

Join a team that is committed to making a difference
Capable and high performing team
Part-time; 25 hours per week

Manage HFHNZ's MFAT-funded Negotiated Partnership & Climate Finance for Community Resilience programming in Fiji & our Disaster Response projects.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Policy Advisor contractor

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Department of Internal Affairs

$120 per hour

At the intersection of strategy, core policy & operational policy, requires strong public policy & strategic analysis skills. ASAP start, Wellington

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Ministerial Advisor (Expression of Interest)

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

at Cohesion Consulting NZ Limited

$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)

12h ago

Listed one day ago

Director of Development & Community Engagement

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland(Hybrid)

Secure major philanthropic partnerships & build trusted community relationships
Bring strategic initiatives to life with engagement and compelling storytelling
Flexible working environment

Secure major philanthropic partnerships & build trusted community relationships
Bring strategic initiatives to life with engagement and compelling storytelling
Flexible working environment

Lead transformational philanthropy and community engagement for a high-profile and future-focused organisation.

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

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

1d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Governance Relations & Support Officer

at Central Hawke's Bay District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Waipawa, Hawkes Bay

Are you passionate about making a difference for the community?
Do you enjoy working is a small team?
Do you have a ‘can-do’ attitude?

Are you passionate about making a difference for the community?
Do you enjoy working is a small team?
Do you have a ‘can-do’ attitude?

We are seeking a Governance Relations & Support Officer to join Council’s governance function.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed three days ago

Engagement Lead - Intergenerational Strategic Plan

at Central Pacific Collective

This is a Full time job

at Auckland University Of Technology

$130,000 – $150,000 per year

Lead region-wide, intergenerational engagement shaping a strategic future
Be part of a values-led organisation committed to real, lasting impact

Lead region-wide, intergenerational engagement shaping a strategic future
Be part of a values-led organisation committed to real, lasting impact

Lead engagement for an Intergenerational Plan, connecting diverse voices to shape inclusive, future-focused community outcomes.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Engagement Manager

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$93,000 - $114,000

Lead high-value partnerships that advance AUT’s Te Kete strategy
Build influential partnerships across industry and AUT alumni networks.
Permanent, full-time roles based at AUT's City Campus.

Lead high-value partnerships that advance AUT’s Te Kete strategy
Build influential partnerships across industry and AUT alumni networks.
Permanent, full-time roles based at AUT's City Campus.

University-wide impact – Lead high-value partnerships that advance

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Advisor - International Revenue Strategy

at Inland Revenue

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Are you intellectually curious?
Assist our specialists to protect the integrity of NZ international tax base
Location for the role is flexible - however Wellington is preferred

Are you intellectually curious?
Assist our specialists to protect the integrity of NZ international tax base
Location for the role is flexible - however Wellington is preferred

The Senior Advisor will focus on the management and delivery of outcomes for a variety of customers, supporting the domain leads within the IRS team.

subClassification: AnalystsAnalysts

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Principal Advisor - Inquiry into Tauranga Landslides

at Department of Internal Affairs

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

$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)

9h ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Principal Advisor Issues & Resolutions

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

at Te Whakarōpūtanga Kaitiaki Kura o Aotearoa – NZ School Boards Association

Senior leadership role shaping how DOC resets and governs its conservation regul
High trust role supporting Directors on strategy, governance, delivery and minis
Wellington CBD location

Senior leadership role shaping how DOC resets and governs its conservation regul
High trust role supporting Directors on strategy, governance, delivery and minis
Wellington CBD location

Senior public sector role shaping DOC's regulatory system-provide trusted advice, strong leadership and real influence at pace.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Part-Time Trust Engagement Manager (Auckland-based, National Role)

at NZ Air Ambulance Service

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay(Hybrid)

We are looking for a commercially minded, relationship-driven Trust Engagement Manager to lead corporate and community engagement across New Zealand.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

27d ago

Listed ten days ago

National Employment Relations Advisor

This is a Full time job

at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

Flexibility available for the right candidates
Join a successful, collaborative and supportive work environment
Broad range of ER/HR work

Flexibility available for the right candidates
Join a successful, collaborative and supportive work environment
Broad range of ER/HR work

Support GovHub's delivery of consistent, legally compliant and high-quality employment advisory.

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

10d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Executive Officer

at PeopleEX

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Shape the future of the aviation sector in New Zealand.

subClassification: Aviation ServicesAviation Services

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

23d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Senior Development Adviser - Inclusion

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

Build partnerships in the Pacific and represent New Zealand offshore
Lead inclusion work across NZ's international development cooperation programme
Wellington-based full time permanent role

Build partnerships in the Pacific and represent New Zealand offshore
Lead inclusion work across NZ's international development cooperation programme
Wellington-based full time permanent role

Integrate GEDSI principles across New Zealand's international development cooperation programme!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9h ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Senior Policy

This is a Full time job

$100,000 – $130,000 per year

Make a meaningful difference to New Zealanders lives. Lovely manager & great working environment. Will consider from step up to experienced seniors.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16d ago

Listed one hour ago

Senior Policy Advisor - Rules, Regulatory & Legislative Change

at The Johnson Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job