1,676 policy manager jobs in New Zealand

at Department of Internal Affairs

Organisation culture
Social Responsibility
Work life balance

We are looking for a strong leader who shares our passion for social justice; who brings a strategic mindset and strong business acumen.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

Featured

Listed five days ago

Senior or Principal Policy Analyst

This is a Full time job

Influence governance across multiple Ministerial portfolios
Tackle diverse, high-profile work with meaningful public impact
Develop your expertise in governance, monitoring and appointments

Senior or Principal Policy Analyst level opportunity supporting Ministers with Crown entity governance, monitoring and appointments

subClassification: PolicyPolicy classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Principal Advisor Treaty Policy

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Shape Treaty policy. Influence conservation outcomes.
Salary range between $125,600 - $162,525 depending on skills and experience.
Permanent role, Wellington location preferred.

As Principal Advisor Treaty Policy, you will lead the coordination and stewardship of Treaty policy across DOC.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Principal Policy Advisors, Lead Complex Policy Programmes

at The Johnson Group

This is a Full time job

at New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology

Multiple opportunities
Permanent and fixed term contract
Lead complex, high-impact policy work

Shape government policy, lead strategic advice and mentor others. Multiple opportunities.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Principal Advisor Operational Policy and Guidance

at Education Review Office

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Shape operational policy for ECE regulation
Lead complex regulatory guidance and frameworks
Influence system-wide improvement for tamariki

Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes to improve learning for children and young adults across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Principal Policy Advisor - 0.5 FTE, 12-month Fixed Term

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$139,133 – $173,917 per year

Provide strategic policy leadership for New Zealand's advanced technology future
Part-time 0.5 FTE with hybrid/WFH flexibility – Auckland or Wellington
Applications from candidates seeking a secondment are welcomed

Apply your policy expertise to complex challenges, influence national outcomes, and work with leaders across government, research, and industry.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Project Manager (Policy)

at Otago Regional Council

This is a Part time job

Dunedin Central, Otago(Hybrid)

Approx. $102,000 - $119,000 (pro rata)

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

If you have strong project management skills and keen to work collaboratively, then this is the role for you!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Manager Money and Cash Policy

at Reserve Bank of New Zealand

This is a Full time job

at Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Key leadership opportunity in RBNZ's Money Group
Permanent, Wellington based role
5 weeks annual leave plus 15 wellness days

Lead the Reserve Bank's policy and research on money, payments, digital money, and the cash system.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Manager Money and Cash Policy

This is a Full time job

Key leadership opportunity in RBNZ's Money Group
Permanent, Wellington based role
5 weeks annual leave plus 15 wellness days

Lead the Reserve Bank's policy and research on money, payments, digital money, and the cash system.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

4d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Energy Insights Advisor

at Counties Energy Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

Pukekohe, Auckland based
Great Company Culture
Health & life insurance + $300 wellbeing subsidy + Me day

We’re looking for an Energy Insights Advisor to help us better understand the people behind the power at Counties Energy.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Principal Policy Advisors: Multiple Opportunities!

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

Lead impactful policy work
Advance your career
Opportunities across Permanent and Fixed Term

Lead as a Principal Advisor, driving complex policy projects, mentoring teams, and delivering impactful solutions in a collaborative environment

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed eight days ago

Head of Policy, Certification and Professional Practice

This is a Full time job

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Help shape the future of New Zealand's financial advice profession
Lead policy, advocacy and professional standards initiatives
Wellington preferred, other locations considered

New leadership role working alongside the Chief Executive to shape policy, advocacy and professional practice.

Recruited byKirsty McLaren

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Advisor Risk Reduction – New Plymouth – Secondment/Fixed Term

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Meaningful mahi that touches the lives of your community
Be a part of a diverse, collaborative & supportive team
Driving safety through fire design, compliance, education, and engagement

Join our team and provide Risk Reduction advice and expertise to support communities across the Taranaki District.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

18h ago

Listed four days ago

Manager, Outcomes for Maori

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

at Electricity Retailers' and Generators' Association of New Zealand

Lead strategy that improves justice outcomes for Māori.
Partner with iwi, hapū and justice sector leaders nationwide.
Influence system-wide change through Te Tiriti-led approaches.

Lead system change that improves justice outcomes for Māori. Shape strategy, influence decision-making, and build partnerships that deliver impact.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Policy & Regulatory Lead

This is a Full time job

$120,000 – $150,000 per year

This is an opportunity to play a key role in one of New Zealand’s most important transitions, helping create a reliable, affordable future.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Project Manager - Funding Reviews and AI Enablement

at Social Investment Agency

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Delegation of the European Union to New Zealand

$153,344 – $216,485 per year

Bring structure, pace and delivery discipline to a high-priority discovery phase
Strengthen investment insight and future social investment capability
Develop and lead a clear delivery plan for the discovery phase

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery planning and coordination for SIA’s Funding Reviews and AI Enablement work programme.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

17h ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Policy Officer–Trade Affairs (Fixed-Term) - LA1

This is a Full time job

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

$100,000 – $150,000 per year

Policy Officer/Trade Affairs to advise on economic, trade and investment relations between the EU and New Zealand (6 months fixed-term contract)

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Wildfire Specialist – Fixed Term – Wellington or Christchurch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Passionate about the natural environment
This role can be based in Wellington or Christchurch
Salary range $128,449-$142,721 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Join us and help strengthen New Zealand’s ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to wildfires.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Analyst/Senior Analyst, Regulation

at Commerce Commission

This is a Full time job

at New Zealand Customs Service

$91,432 to $134,502 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver

Help shape the regulation of New Zealand's critical infrastructure sectors
Tackle complex regulatory issues using accounting, economic and policy skills
Flexible working | Central city locations | Competitive salary and benefits

Join our Infrastructure Regulation branch and help influence decisions that support investment, competition and better outcomes for NZ consumers.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Manager Regulatory Affairs

at Financial Services Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Influence financial services industry policy and help shape New Zealand's regulatory future.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

13d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Senior Advisor or Advisor, Correspondence, Reviews and Ministerial Servicing

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Competitive salary - 3 extra Customs leave days

Help shape clear, timely responses on complex issues.
Make an impact through high-profile ministerial work.
Deliver trusted ministerial advice and correspondence.

Shape trusted advice and deliver high-quality ministerial correspondence that supports informed decision-making at the highest levels.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

This is a Full time job

$132k to $160k plus KiwiSaver + Wellness Benefits

Join the Communications Policy team
Take the lead to solve complex policy challenges
Work alongside passionate people and communities

Join the Communications Policy team, shaping connectivity, telecommunications, cybersecurity and postal policy

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen hours ago

Board Chair

at PGF Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Organisation culture
Social Responsibility
Work life balance

We are looking for a strong leader who shares our passion for social justice; who brings a strategic mindset and strong business acumen.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

13h ago

Listed one day ago

Claims Advisers

at MAS

This is a Full time job

We're looking for two Claims Advisers to join our team and deliver fair, timely and empathetic claims outcomes.

subClassification: ClaimsClaims classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Advisor

at Ministry of Health

This is a Full time job

Wellington based | Permanent | Full-time
4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness allowance after 12 months
Midpoint of $82,061 dependent on experience

Join a collaborative team delivering advice that shapes Government priorities and improves health outcomes

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Business Planning Manager

at H2R Consulting

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

ASAP Start, appx $150-$160ph

We require a Senior Leader with public sector Investment Mgt, Strategy, Better Business Case & Policy expertise to lead organisational planning.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

11h ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Residence Manager - Korowai Manaaki

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Drive change and lead a 24/7 Youth Justice Residence
Wiri, Auckland location
Permanent opportunity

Drive change and lead Korowai Manaaki, a 24/7 Youth Justice Residence in Wiri, Auckland.

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

12h ago

Listed four days ago

Principal Advisor

at Education Review Office

This is a Full time job

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Shape a coherent, risk-based regulatory system for ECE
Provide strategic advice on complex regulatory decisions
Help build quality, safety and confidence across early learning

Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes to improve learning for children and young people across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Policy Advisor | Trade and Supply Chains

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

at Ministry of Social Development

$73k - $93k + KiwiSaver + wellness benefits

Work alongside passionate people and communities
Make a real difference for New Zealanders
Be a part of team that has a supportive culture

Develop evidence-based trade policy advice, support businesses, and shape responses to global trade issues

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8h ago

Listed four days ago

Principal Advisor Ministerial Interface - Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

$142,874 - $177,798

Provide trusted advice to senior leaders
Lead the end-to-end process for OIAs, OPQs, WPQs, and ministerial briefings
6 month fixed term or secondment opportunity

Join a team where your expertise in ministerial servicing and relationship management will shape how we engage with Ministers and Parliament.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Chief of Staff | Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu

at Ngāi Tahu

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job