Operational Policy Analyst Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Manager, Strategy, governance and advocacy

This is a Full time job

Newly created tier 2 senior opportunity reporting to the CEO
Lead high‑impact relationships with government and industry partners
Influence national workforce development across NZ

Newly created tier 2 senior opportunity reporting to the CEO
Lead high‑impact relationships with government and industry partners
Influence national workforce development across NZ

Powering Aotearoa's key industries, MITO is hiring a Manager, Strategy to lead governance and advocacy for a future‑ready workforce.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Senior Policy Analyst & Policy Analyst (NCSC)

at Government Communications Security Bureau

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Great Work Benefits

Provide essential policy advice to Ministers and senior leaders
Work on rapidly evolving cyber security and wider digital policy issues
Contribute to the cyber resilience of critical infrastructure

Provide essential policy advice to Ministers and senior leaders
Work on rapidly evolving cyber security and wider digital policy issues
Contribute to the cyber resilience of critical infrastructure

Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed seven days ago

Advisor/Senior Advisor, Policy

at New Zealand Infrastructure Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$93,443 - $138,664

Work on high-impact infrastructure policy that shapes Aotearoa’s future
Work with smart, passionate people in a collaborative team
Competitive salary, great benefits and flexible working options

Work on high-impact infrastructure policy that shapes Aotearoa’s future
Work with smart, passionate people in a collaborative team
Competitive salary, great benefits and flexible working options

Shape NZ’s infrastructure future at Te Waihanga by influencing impactful policy on planning, funding & climate.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Policy and Research Analyst

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Strong salary, great benefits and a standout team!

Shape evidence‑based funding that supports communities
Turn research and data into practical insights
Build trusted community relationships

Shape evidence‑based funding that supports communities
Turn research and data into practical insights
Build trusted community relationships

Use your policy and research skills to support community wellbeing, guide funding decisions, and help shape meaningful long‑term impact.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Policy Analyst & Policy Analyst (NCSC)

at Government Communications Security Bureau

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Great Work Benefits

Provide essential policy advice to Ministers and senior leaders
Work on rapidly evolving cyber security and wider digital policy issues
Contribute to the cyber resilience of critical infrastructure

Provide essential policy advice to Ministers and senior leaders
Work on rapidly evolving cyber security and wider digital policy issues
Contribute to the cyber resilience of critical infrastructure

Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Policy And Advocacy Manager

at Amnesty International

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$89,000 – $100,000 per year

Do you want to help shape a just future, driving change here in Aotearoa and at a global level?

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Manager, Strategy, governance and advocacy

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Newly created tier 2 senior opportunity reporting to the CEO
Lead high‑impact relationships with government and industry partners
Influence national workforce development across NZ

Newly created tier 2 senior opportunity reporting to the CEO
Lead high‑impact relationships with government and industry partners
Influence national workforce development across NZ

Powering Aotearoa's key industries, MITO is hiring a Manager, Strategy to lead governance and advocacy for a future‑ready workforce.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Policy Analyst

at Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Help shape an inclusive Aotearoa where disabled people thrive.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Research & Policy Manager

at WasteMINZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Rosedale, Auckland(Hybrid)

$93,000 – $97,000 (pro-rata) per year

Are you looking for a hugely varied role, combining research, policy, sector engagement and project management? This is the role for you!

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

15h ago

Listed one day ago

Policy Analyst

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$79,200 - $95,873

Bring your ability to hit your stride quickly and maintain momentum
We provide a supportive and inclusive working environment
Make a difference for young New Zealanders

Bring your ability to hit your stride quickly and maintain momentum
We provide a supportive and inclusive working environment
Make a difference for young New Zealanders

We are focused on delivering high-quality policy advice in a positive, supportive team environment.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed twenty two 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)

22d ago

Listed twenty two 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)

22d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Managing Principal - Regulatory and Thematic

at Ministry of Defence

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Annual salary + Kiwisaver + benefits

Wellington CBD
Advance New Zealand's defence policy
Complex work programme

Wellington CBD
Advance New Zealand's defence policy
Complex work programme

Managing Principal – Regulatory and Thematic Wellington CBD Advance

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed eight days ago

Planning and Performance Lead

at New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$139,133 – $173,917 per year

National‑impact role at the cutting edge of science and technology.

National‑impact role at the cutting edge of science and technology.

Senior role shaping planning, performance and governance for a new national research organisation, with direct Board and Ministerial engagement.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Policy Advisor (Contractor)

at NSAD RISK MANAGEMENT, INC.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$3,000 – $4,500 per month

Strategic policy role. Flexible remote work. Geopolitical risk analysis. Global exposure. Competitive compensation

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at Tertiary Education Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$128,284 - $150,923 + 3.5% KiwiSaver

Make policy real and drive better outcomes for learners, whānau & communities
Work at the intersection of policy design & delivery to create real solutions
Fixed-term role through to 30 April 2027, based in Wellington

Make policy real and drive better outcomes for learners, whānau & communities
Work at the intersection of policy design & delivery to create real solutions
Fixed-term role through to 30 April 2027, based in Wellington

Lead operational policy projects, turning government decisions into funding, guidance and real‑world delivery

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed one day ago

Analyst

at The Treasury

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Join our passionate and talented team
Apply a range of financial & analytical tools to generate insights
Flexible work arrangements and five weeks annual leave

Join our passionate and talented team
Apply a range of financial & analytical tools to generate insights
Flexible work arrangements and five weeks annual leave

We’re looking for a policy analyst with strong commercial expertise or a keen interest in the commercial sector to join The Treasury.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$130k - $156k p.a.

Join a multi-disciplinary project team improving New Zealand's Infrastructure
Lead work developing a new regulatory regime
2-year fixed term position

Join a multi-disciplinary project team improving New Zealand's Infrastructure
Lead work developing a new regulatory regime
2-year fixed term position

Play a key role in developing a new regulatory regime targeted at bettering New Zealand's infrastructure.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Kaitohu Matua | Senior Advisor, Mātau ki te Ao

at Te Puni Kōkiri

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$104,000 - $127,000

An opportunity to lead complex policy work that connects culture and commerce
Be part of a collaborative high performing team where you can learn and grow
Allowances include vision, wellbeing, childcare, Te Reo Māori and more

An opportunity to lead complex policy work that connects culture and commerce
Be part of a collaborative high performing team where you can learn and grow
Allowances include vision, wellbeing, childcare, Te Reo Māori and more

If you're a policy professional looking to broaden your expertise to achieve positive outcomes for Māori, this opportunity is for you!

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

15h ago

Listed three days ago

Policy Advisor

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Influence government policy and legislation
Contribute directly to iwi development and kaitiakitanga
Work in a values‑led organisation with great benefits and opportunities to grow

Influence government policy and legislation
Contribute directly to iwi development and kaitiakitanga
Work in a values‑led organisation with great benefits and opportunities to grow

Provide policy analysis, research and advice to influence legislation and government reforms advancing Ngāi Tahu rights and aspirations.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Strategic Performance - contract

at Niche Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Work at the intersection of strategy, performance, and governance
Initial 6 month contract
Central Wellington location

Work at the intersection of strategy, performance, and governance
Initial 6 month contract
Central Wellington location

Play a central role in shaping how a large public sector organisation plans, reports, and delivers on its priorities

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed seven days ago

Strategic Advisor

at ACC New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington

$140k - $180k + 9% Super

Translate actuarial insight into influential advice
Partner across the business to support confident decision‑making
Contribute to a financially sustainable scheme that delivers value for NZ

Translate actuarial insight into influential advice
Partner across the business to support confident decision‑making
Contribute to a financially sustainable scheme that delivers value for NZ

Provide influential advice that connects actuarial insight to ACC's strategic and scheme outcomes.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Principal Advisor, Policy (multiple opportunities)

at Ministry for Regulation

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead complex policy work to lift regulatory quality across government
Work in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and judgement
Join a small, agile central agency with a big mission

Lead complex policy work to lift regulatory quality across government
Work in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and judgement
Join a small, agile central agency with a big mission

Shape high‑impact policy and lift regulatory quality nationwide. Join a small, agile central agency with real influence.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Policy Analysts

at Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

We have 2 senior policy roles, which provide opportunities to lead policy work across Whaikaha.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed twenty two 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)

22d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Governance Advisor

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Attractive Salary Package

Provide governance advice to support senior judicial leaders.
Deliver judicial governance, strategy, and project initiatives.
Build trusted relationships across courts with clear, confidential advice.

Provide governance advice to support senior judicial leaders.
Deliver judicial governance, strategy, and project initiatives.
Build trusted relationships across courts with clear, confidential advice.

Join a unique institution supporting judicial leadership, with exposure to governance, legal policy, strategic and project initiatives.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Principal Advisor - Wellington

at Ministry of Social Development

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Work closely with colleagues across Strategy and Insights
Shape work that improves how evidence and insights are used
Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Wellington

Work closely with colleagues across Strategy and Insights
Shape work that improves how evidence and insights are used
Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Wellington

Lead and contribute to strategic analysis to support MSD's direction.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15h ago

Listed one day ago

Policy Advisor - 12-Month Fixed-Term

at Ashburton District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Drive meaningful change across our district - leading research, shaping policy and presenting insights that influence real decisions.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Advisor, Regulatory Policy

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$115,000 – $140,000 per year

Contribute to a high-impact, sector-wide rules update programme that shapes a key part of New Zealand’s economy and safety system

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Advisor, Policy Advisory Group (4 year fixed term)

at Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Gain unparalleled experience influencing policy at the highest level
Be part of a high-performing team dedicated to tackling NZ’s biggest challanges
Get personalised support throughout your journey at DPMC

Gain unparalleled experience influencing policy at the highest level
Be part of a high-performing team dedicated to tackling NZ’s biggest challanges
Get personalised support throughout your journey at DPMC

Shape NZ’s future at the heart of government - provide expert advice, tackle complex challenges, and grow as a part of DPMC's Policy Advisory Group.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Advisor, OIA Services

at ACC New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

plus 9% Superannuation

Join a purpose-driven organisation that supports your growth, values inclusion
Supportive team culture, ongoing training and opportunities to develop a career
Permanent full-time position

Join a purpose-driven organisation that supports your growth, values inclusion
Supportive team culture, ongoing training and opportunities to develop a career
Permanent full-time position

Provide clear, pragmatic advice and work proactively to manage risks and expectations in a fast‑paced environment!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19h ago

Listed ten days ago

Policy Advisor

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington

$75114-$93724 +KiwiSaver +Wellness Benefits

Are you interested in developing a career in policy advice and development?
Do you enjoy researching problems to understand the issues/formulate solutions?
Engage with and learn from experts and build your own knowledge.

Are you interested in developing a career in policy advice and development?
Do you enjoy researching problems to understand the issues/formulate solutions?
Engage with and learn from experts and build your own knowledge.

An exciting opportunity for you to develop your experience in Policy with the Economic Development Policy team at MBIE.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

108 operational policy analyst jobs in New Zealand

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Manager, Strategy, governance and advocacy

Senior Policy Analyst & Policy Analyst (NCSC)

Advisor/Senior Advisor, Policy

Policy and Research Analyst

Senior Policy Analyst & Policy Analyst (NCSC)

Policy And Advocacy Manager

Manager, Strategy, governance and advocacy

Policy Analyst

Research & Policy Manager

Policy Analyst

Advocacy and Policy Officer

Policy & Advocacy Lead

Managing Principal - Regulatory and Thematic

Planning and Performance Lead

Policy Advisor (Contractor)

Principal Policy Advisor

Analyst

Principal Policy Advisor

Kaitohu Matua | Senior Advisor, Mātau ki te Ao

Policy Advisor

Strategic Performance - contract

Strategic Advisor

Principal Advisor, Policy (multiple opportunities)

Senior Policy Analysts

Principal Policy Advisor

Governance Advisor

Principal Advisor - Wellington

Policy Advisor - 12-Month Fixed-Term

Senior Advisor, Regulatory Policy

Advisor, Policy Advisory Group (4 year fixed term)

Advisor, OIA Services

Policy Advisor

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