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  • Play a key role in turning policy into real-world operational practice
  • Provide trusted, senior-level advice that supports better outcomes
  • Permanent full-time opportunity based in our Wellington office
Work at the intersection of policy, design and delivery in a complex public sector environment.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
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  • Influence strategy, programmes and decisions through evidence and analysis
  • Join a team turning bold ideas into meaningful outcomes for Pasefika communities
Turn information into action by helping shape initiatives that improve wellbeing for Pasefika people and communities.
subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
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  • Wellington-based
  • Permanent, fixed-term or secondment opportunity for up to 6 months
  • Bring your strong analytical and critical thinking ability
We are seeking a motivated Policy Analyst to join the Welfare System and Income Support Policy Group at the Ministry of Social Development.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
2d ago
Listed five minutes ago

This is a Full time job

Wellington
NZD 75000 - 80000 per annum
  • Purpose-driven government role
  • Develop strong policy expertise
  • Wellington collaborative and supportive team
Shape education policy through analysis, stakeholder engagement and clear advice. Join a collaborative government team making a real impact
subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
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  • Wellington based | Full-time | Permanent
  • 4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness allowance after 12 months
  • Midpoint of $88,165 dependent on experience
Help shape the future of New Zealand's health workforce through impactful policy advice that improves health outcomes nationwide.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
5h ago
Listed two days ago
  • Provide political and policy advice aligned with Government objectives
  • Analyse issues, risks and legislation to support Ministerial decision-making
  • Build relationships to progress policy within Ministerial portfolios
Bring your policy and political expertise to Parliament and help provide trusted advice that supports Ministers and government priorities.
subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
2d ago
Listed one day ago
  • Join our Media and Screen Policy team
  • Salary range $112,646 - $130,434
  • Lead and contribute to high-impact policy projects
Do you want to support a broad policy work programme that will help shape the future of New Zealand's media and screen sectors?
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
1d ago
Listed eleven days ago
  • Influence Ministerial advice and decisions on high-profile policy work
  • Varied work: briefings, OIA/PQs, Cabinet papers and cross-agency projects
  • Wellington-based role with Treaty-led policy practice and real public impact
Deliver sharp policy advice for Ministers; lead projects and provide evidence-based options that improve outcomes for New Zealanders
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
11d ago
Listed seven days ago

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)
$84,458-$126,688 incl. all benefits
  • Play a key role in shaping & implementing better environmental outcomes
  • Turn policy & strategy into action through strong project management & delivery
  • Contribute to improved outcomes for mana whenua & Māori
Lead & coordinate projects from policy development through to implementation, translating policy & strategic direction into practical delivery.
subClassification: PolicyPolicy classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)
7d ago
Listed twenty eight days ago

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington
Professional development, 3/2 Office/Home days
  • Influence policy that delivers real outcomes for New Zealand
  • Wellington central location
  • Diverse and challenging work with visible impact
Lead operational policy that improves service delivery, informs decisions, and delivers better outcomes for New Zealand communities.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
28d ago•Expiring
Listed nine days ago
  • Play a key role in turning policy into real-world operational practice
  • Provide trusted, senior-level advice that supports better outcomes
  • Permanent full-time opportunity based in our Wellington office
Work at the intersection of policy, design and delivery in a complex public sector environment.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
9d ago
Listed one day ago
  • Experience developing evidence-based policy analysis and advice
  • Work on fast-paced, significant work areas across agencies and Crown partners
  • Learn in this established and supportive group
Exciting opportunity for a Policy Analyst in the System, Connections and Early Learning Policy Group working on high-profile policy issues.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
1d ago
Listed fourteen days ago

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)
$117787 - $152431 p.a. + plus 9% Super contributio
  • Rewarding opportunity to join Policy, Evidence and Insights team
  • Shape policy advice that influences the future of ACC
  • Work on complex, high-impact issues with visibility across govt & public sector
Permanent full-time opportunity for a Principal Advisor, Policy based in Wellington!
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
14d ago
Listed nine days ago

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington
$110,000 to $145,000
  • Work on exciting regulatory and legislative reform programmes
  • Competitive salaries for fixed term contracts into early to mid 2027
  • Work with collaborative teams leading complex policy projects
Calling all senior policy advisors! Opportunities to work on exciting regulatory and legislative reform projects!
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
9d ago
Listed three days ago
  • Shape tourism policy that supports New Zealand's economic growth
  • Join a collaborative team working across Government and industry
  • Apply policy expertise to complex issues while mentoring others
Discover a career with purpose at MBIE
subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
3d ago
Listed twenty nine days ago

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington
$110,000 – $130,000 per year
Lead complex policy projects and provide influential advice to senior decision-makers in public sector reform.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
29d ago•Expiring
Listed eight days ago
  • Influence national policy through Te Aorerekura implementation.
  • Lead complex cross-government policy and system reform initiatives.
  • Partner with iwi, communities and agencies to drive lasting change.
Lead complex policy that helps eliminate family and sexual violence. Influence system-wide reform, shape ministerial advice, and drive better outcomes
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
8d ago
Listed twenty nine days ago
  • Contribute to meaningful policy work
  • Adress complex and evolving challenges across a range of critical areas
  • Based in Wellington
We are seeking experienced Senior Policy Advisors to shape impactful policies, drive legislative reform, and address complex challenges.
subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
29d ago•Expiring
Listed thirteen days ago
  • Influence strategy, programmes and decisions through evidence and analysis
  • Join a team turning bold ideas into meaningful outcomes for Pasefika communities
Turn information into action by helping shape initiatives that improve wellbeing for Pasefika people and communities.
subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
13d ago
Listed more than thirty days ago
  • Senior advisory role with broad influence across the organisation.
  • Work at the heart of a nationally significant infrastructure programme.
  • Turn strategy, assurance and recommendations into action.
There aren’t many roles that offer the chance to help shape a project that will connect New Zealand for generations to come.
subClassification: PolicyPolicy classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)
30d+ ago•Expiring
Listed seven days ago
  • Shape policy direction on complex issues influencing government decisions
  • Lead Cabinet papers, RIS/RAS processes and Ministerial advice
  • 4-6 month contract within a collaborative Wellington-based policy team
Lead Big P policy work on complex government priorities, delivering Cabinet papers, RIS/RAS and strategic advice to Ministers.
subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
7d ago
Listed eight days ago
  • Influence decisions through advice for senior leaders
  • Connect long-term direction with organisational priorities and delivery
Help shape the strategic direction of an organisation that plays a critical role in New Zealand's prosperity, sustainability, and protection.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
8d ago
Listed four days ago
  • Flexible work culture fostered
  • Salary band $106,532 - $159,798 per annum
  • Central Wellington office location
Come to work and make a difference | Join a team of experts in their field who are passionate about protecting the environment
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
4d ago•Expiring
Listed twenty eight days ago
  • Permanent Full Time Position
  • Wellington Based
  • 4 Days onsite, 1 Day WFH
Take your next step as a Policy Analyst delivering meaningful work across the mental health and addiction sector.
subClassification: OtherOther classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)
28d ago•Expiring
Listed seven days ago

This is a Contract/Temp job

Aro Valley, Wellington
$175,000 – $195,000 per year
Lead a Wellington policy team — set domain strategy and land complex advice with Ministers and senior stakeholders
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
7d ago
Listed three days ago
  • Work in an area that is making a difference
  • Engagement across the sector
  • Remote role
We’re looking for someone who can operate comfortably at both strategic and delivery levels, efficient with time and able to hit the ground running.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
3d ago
Listed seven days ago

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)
$145 – $150 per hour
Lead complex policy advice on Wānanga, Crown funding and regulatory settings, plus student loan and allowance policy.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
7d ago
Listed fifteen days ago

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)
$126,900 – $141,000 per year
Lead nationally significant regulatory policy projects Influence the future of New Zealand aviation regulation
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
15d ago
Listed three days ago
  • Shape the future of NZ's significant development partnership with Vanuatu
  • Manage planning, design and delivery of important development outcomes
  • Lead engagement across NZ Government departments and organisations
Exciting opportunity to lead New Zealand's development engagement with Vanuatu.
subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)
3d ago
Listed ten days ago

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington
$177,308 to $228,440
  • Strategic policy leadership on complex justice issues.
  • Trusted advisor to senior leaders, judiciary and Ministers.
  • Drive capability, influence outcomes and lead change.
Lead strategic justice policy, advise senior leaders and Ministers, and shape high-profile initiatives across the Ministry of Justice.
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
10d ago
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