Geopolitical Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

We're actively hiring analysts with strong foreign language skills from across the Indo-Pacific region, including Mandarin, to help drive our insights

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Security and Resilience - Senior Policy Analyst

at Ministry for Ethnic Communities

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

The Senior Policy Analyst will be part of the multi-disciplinary and high performing Security and Resilience Team,.

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Intelligence Analyst – Indo-Pacific Languages

at Government Communications Security Bureau

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Base Salary + KiwiSaver + Health Insurance

Deliver real impact: turn foreign language material into critical insights
Take ownership: work autonomously on New Zealand’s core intelligence priorities
Shape the big picture: see your analysis directly influence national security

We're actively hiring analysts with strong foreign language skills from across the Indo-Pacific region to help drive our insights.

10d ago

Listed six days ago

Technical Threat Analyst

at Government Communications Security Bureau

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Combat State Threats
Global Agency Access
Unique Skill Growth

Do you want to help in the fight against advanced security threats?

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Policy Analyst

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Gain valuable Budget process experience
Contribute to nationally significant work
Excellent career development opportunity

Join a high-profile Government Budget programme. Gain exposure to Ministers and Treasury in this fast-paced 5-month policy analyst contract.

13d ago

Listed ten days ago

Intelligence Analyst – Mandarin

at Government Communications Security Bureau

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Base Salary + KiwiSaver + Health Insurance

Deliver real impact: turn foreign language material into critical insights
Take ownership: work autonomously on New Zealand’s core intelligence priorities
Shape the big picture: see your analysis directly influence national security

We're actively hiring analysts with strong foreign language skills from across the Indo-Pacific region, including Mandarin, to help drive our insights

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Press, Communications and Cultural Events Team Advisor

at German Embassy

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington

$79,000 per year + up to 4% KiwiSaver

Work in an intercultural, diplomatic environment with a focus on international affairs, communications, social media and event management.

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Policy Advisor

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Work on complex, high-impact policy initiatives across government
Influence strategic decision-making through evidence-based advice
Collaborate with senior stakeholders to improve outcomes for New Zealanders

Deliver strategic, evidence-based policy advice to influence government decisions and improve social outcomes.

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Mindanao Young Leaders Programme Manager

at Unions Aotearoa International Development Trust

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$93 – $102,000 under review, higher max potential

Lead a transformative programme supporting emerging civil society leaders from Mindanao, southern Philippines.

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Unit Manager - Economic and External Strategy

at The Treasury

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Lead a talented team tackling complex economic issues
Help shape New Zealand’s economic future
Influence advice to Ministers and senior decision makers

Lead a talented team shaping advice on NZ’s economic performance, productivity, economic security and international engagement.

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Manager, Strategic People Policy

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

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This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$138,111 - $160,154 (including 4% superannuation)

Lead the future of people policy across the New Zealand Defence Force
Lead a high-performing team of policy experts
Permanent Wellington CBD role, close to bus, trains etc.

Start 2027 with an exciting opportunity and make an impact as a senior member of a high performing, supportive team

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Policy Adviser

at Department of Corrections

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$104,985 - $148,214 based on skills & experience

Fixed-term position through to November 2027.
Take the lead on major projects and manage cross-sector consultation.
Wellington based.

Join the Strategic Policy team and play a leading role in shaping advice on a diverse range of complex issues affecting the Corrections portfolio.

3d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Senior and Principal Policy Opportunities

at JacksonStone & Partners

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Shape policy outcomes during a period of significant change
Influence complex government decisions and strategic priorities
Explore your next career move as New Zealand approaches the election

With the election approaching, are you thinking about your next step in your policy careers?

19d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Policy (or Principal) Analyst

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

NZD 145 - 160 per hour

Lead strategic "Big P" policy work influencing significant government decisions
Develop Cabinet papers, RIS/RAS and Ministerial advice on complex policy issues.
4-6 month contract within a collaborative Wellington-based policy team

Senior Policy Analyst contract. Strategic policy, Cabinet advice, RIS/RAS, Māori sector engagement, high-profile government work and big P

13d ago

Listed twenty four days ago