1,667 policy manager jobs in New Zealand

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

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 ten days ago

Manager Policy

This is a Full time job

$124,097 - $143,825 (including 4% superannuation)

Combine strategic leadership, policy expertise, data-informed practice
Shape high-quality advice to Ministers and senior leaders
Directly impact the wellbeing of the NZ’s veteran community

Combine strategic leadership, policy expertise, data-informed practice
Shape high-quality advice to Ministers and senior leaders
Directly impact the wellbeing of the NZ’s veteran community

Lead the delivery of policy advice within Veterans’ Affairs, driving improved outcomes for New Zealand veterans

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

10d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Manager Workforce Strategy and Policy

at Ministry of Health

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington based | Permanent | Full-time
Drive workforce strategy, policy and delivery across the health system
Lead high impact and priority programmes of work

Wellington based | Permanent | Full-time
Drive workforce strategy, policy and delivery across the health system
Lead high impact and priority programmes of work

Drive workforce strategy, influence investment, and deliver long term impact for New Zealand's health system.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed two hours ago

Principal Policy Opportunities - Inquiry Tauranga Landslides

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

$129,510 - $161,617 p.a.

Seeking Policy/Research Specialists in natural hazard or emergency management
Opportunity for a fixed term arrangements through to late November 2026
Fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of high profile and complex policy

Seeking Policy/Research Specialists in natural hazard or emergency management
Opportunity for a fixed term arrangements through to late November 2026
Fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of high profile and complex policy

Provide high-level evaluative thinking and policy advice to Members and the Inquiry Senior Leadership team

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Policy Advisor and Project Lead

at ONZL Ltd

This is a Part time job

Mairangi Bay, Auckland(Hybrid)

Complex problems to solve
Working in the technology sector
Small friendly team

Complex problems to solve
Working in the technology sector
Small friendly team

Be a project lead for our clients in the management of their working groups and special interest groups, driving the projects forward.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

19h 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 thirteen hours ago

Senior Policy Advisor - Rules, Regulatory & Legislative Change

at The Johnson Group

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This is a Contract/Temp job

at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

Work on technical rules, regulatory and legislative change
2 x year fixed term contract opportunity
Competitive salary

Work on technical rules, regulatory and legislative change
2 x year fixed term contract opportunity
Competitive salary

Long term fixed term contract opportunity for an experienced senior policy advisor to work on rules, regulatory and legislative change.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13h ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Team Administrator - Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland

A varied role, providing a wide range of administrative services
Support a diverse, fast paced, high performing team
Full-time, permanent role based in Auckland

A varied role, providing a wide range of administrative services
Support a diverse, fast paced, high performing team
Full-time, permanent role based in Auckland

Join MFAT in this exciting opportunity where you will work in a collaborative environment to support business operations.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

20h ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Policy Advisor contractor

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Christchurch International Airport

$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)

4d ago

Listed six days ago

Planning Specialist

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive market salary plus benefits

Influence nationally significant infrastructure
Work across strategy, planning, regulation
Growth, impact, and strong benefits package

Influence nationally significant infrastructure
Work across strategy, planning, regulation
Growth, impact, and strong benefits package

Shape Christchurch Airport’s future as a Planning Specialist—navigate complex regulation, enable development, and protect critical infrastructure.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Lead high-impact policy for Wellington
Advise & influence senior leaders
Build relationships & mentor others

Lead high-impact policy for Wellington
Advise & influence senior leaders
Build relationships & mentor others

We are seeking an experienced & influential Principal Policy Advisor to join our high-performing team!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Principal Advisor Issues & Resolutions

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

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)

1d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Principal Advisor - Inquiry into Tauranga Landslides

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)

21h ago

Listed two days ago

Head of Energy and Airports

at Commerce Commission

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead economic regulation of NZs critical energy & airport infrastructure sectors
Drive sector performance and outcomes for consumers
Senior leadership role with significant strategic impact

Lead economic regulation of NZs critical energy & airport infrastructure sectors
Drive sector performance and outcomes for consumers
Senior leadership role with significant strategic impact

Shape the future of essential infrastructure in a purpose-led organisation

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

National Co-ordinator

at YWCA Aotearoa New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$57,600 – $62,400 per year

The National Co‑ordinator is the backbone of YWCA Aotearoa New Zealand’s national operations.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

11d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Senior Advisor - Inquiry into Tauranga Landslides

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$111,458 - $138,704 p.a.

High-profile Government Inquiry into the Fatal Landslides in Tauranga
Provide quality, timely strategic advice to Members and Inquiry Leadership team
Fixed-term or secondment opportunity through to late November 2026

High-profile Government Inquiry into the Fatal Landslides in Tauranga
Provide quality, timely strategic advice to Members and Inquiry Leadership team
Fixed-term or secondment opportunity through to late November 2026

Contribute to the gathering, review and analysis of investigative outputs and other research supporting this Inquiry

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19h ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Business Operations Support

at Communio Limited

This is a Full time job

Come and work with a team of people who will value you, your skills and your sense of humour in a caring and respectful environment!

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

23h ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Policy Advisor - Wellington or Masterton

at Greater Wellington

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

$81,272-121,909 incl. all benefits

Contribute to improved outcomes for mana whenua & Māori
Play a key role in shaping better environmental outcomes
Flexible working policy + generous leave + development opportunities

Contribute to improved outcomes for mana whenua & Māori
Play a key role in shaping better environmental outcomes
Flexible working policy + generous leave + development opportunities

Create innovative & practical environmental policy, integrating strategy development, policy, planning & delivery.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18h ago

Listed eight days ago

Principal Policy Analyst

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Shape national reforms with direct Ministerial and Cabinet impact
Lead complex, fast paced system and legislative design
Fixed term role to June 2027 on a flagship Government programme

Shape national reforms with direct Ministerial and Cabinet impact
Lead complex, fast paced system and legislative design
Fixed term role to June 2027 on a flagship Government programme

Lead high impact policy and legislative reform to simplify local government and shape future governance.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Industry Engagement Advisor

This is a Full time job

$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)

11d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Environmental Policy Advisor

at Horticulture New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$72,000 to $129,000

Permanent Full Time(40 Hours/Week) Role
Wellington Based
Career opportunity to influence complex policy challenges and implementation

Permanent Full Time(40 Hours/Week) Role
Wellington Based
Career opportunity to influence complex policy challenges and implementation

Looking for a motivated professional to join our team to advocate on behalf of fruit and vegetable growers at all levels of government policy.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

8d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Business Services Manager

at Urban Connection Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Flexible Working
Huge growth potential with the role

Flexible Working
Huge growth potential with the role

Business Services Manager supporting day-to-day operations in a growing professional consultancy.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

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

21h ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Policy Advisor

at Taumata Arowai

This is a Full time job

$111,370 - $142,306

Bring your exceptional policy experience and hit the ground running with this exciting opportunity.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

10d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty hours ago

Principal Policy Analyst Disability and Social Sector Policy

at Ministry of Health

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Midpoint of $153,748 based on experience

Disability and Social Sector Policy in the Ministry's Sector Policy Group
Permanent, Wellington based role
Deliver trusted, high-quality advice to Ministers

Disability and Social Sector Policy in the Ministry's Sector Policy Group
Permanent, Wellington based role
Deliver trusted, high-quality advice to Ministers

Provide strategic thought leadership and guidance, producing high-quality advice on disability, health and sector wide issues.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20h ago

Listed twenty three minutes ago

Executive Director, Growth and Engagement

at Wintec

This is a Full time job

Inclusive and supportive employer
Vibrant and progressive tertiary institute
Make a real difference

Inclusive and supportive employer
Vibrant and progressive tertiary institute
Make a real difference

Senior enterprise leadership role responsible for driving sustainable revenue growth, diversification, and strategic engagement across Wintec

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

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

23m ago

Listed eight days ago

Assurance Advisor or Senior Assurance Advisor - Information Security

at New Zealand Police

This is a Full time job

at Ministry of Social Development

Contribute to projects combining technology with policing
Provide practical, risk-based security advice for secure delivery
Advise leaders, build relationships, enhance security posture

Contribute to projects combining technology with policing
Provide practical, risk-based security advice for secure delivery
Advise leaders, build relationships, enhance security posture

Assurance Advisor or Senior Assurance Advisor - Information Security

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Senior Advisor, Strategy and Performance

This is a Full time job

at Kāpiti Coast District Council

$103,815 - $125,958

Permanent and fixed term opportunities through to February 2027
Wellington based
Supportive and inclusive working environment.

Permanent and fixed term opportunities through to February 2027
Wellington based
Supportive and inclusive working environment.

An exciting opportunity to support the development and delivery of MSD's organisational strategy, and make a real impact across the Ministry.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Portfolio Advisor

at ACC New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$85037 - $100043 p.a.

Influence how ACC commissions and delivers critical health and recovery services
Work across diverse portfolios including Mental Injury, Rongoā and Raranga
Flexible location, strong benefits, and meaningful work with system‑wide impact

Influence how ACC commissions and delivers critical health and recovery services
Work across diverse portfolios including Mental Injury, Rongoā and Raranga
Flexible location, strong benefits, and meaningful work with system‑wide impact

Join ACC as a Portfolio Advisor to design, manage and improve health services supporting recovery and long‑term outcomes for injured New Zealanders.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Advisor Iwi Partnerships

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Paraparaumu, Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead Tiriti-led iwi partnerships
Advise on high-impact kaupapa
Create lasting community outcomes

Lead Tiriti-led iwi partnerships
Advise on high-impact kaupapa
Create lasting community outcomes

Lead meaningful iwi partnerships on the Kāpiti Coast, shaping Tiriti-led strategy and lasting impact with mana whenua.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Knowledge and Information Manager

at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job