Principle Advisor Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Employee Support Liaison

This is a Contract/Temp job

Competitive salary + Kiwisaver 4%
Staff discounts on Tegel products
Established, stable territory with strong brand recognition

Competitive salary + Kiwisaver 4%
Staff discounts on Tegel products
Established, stable territory with strong brand recognition

At Tegel, we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, connected, and able to thrive. We’re looking for an Employee Support Li

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

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Talent Acquisition & People Advisor

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$96,000 – $120,000 per year

VERY Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

VERY Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

Strategic partner managing the full talent lifecycle through expert recruitment, compliance, and NZ legislation advice to empower people and culture!

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

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Listed thirteen days ago

Senior/Policy Advisor - 3 positions

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Te Papa Atawhai DOC has an opportunity to shape and influence policy that drives transformational change in Aotearoa's conservation sector.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Principal Advisor

at Education Review Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Meaningful work contributing to the improvement of education systems
Bring your creativity, passion, innovation, and ideas to work on
Exciting opportunity in Evaluation and Policy

Meaningful work contributing to the improvement of education systems
Bring your creativity, passion, innovation, and ideas to work on
Exciting opportunity in Evaluation and Policy

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)

20d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Employee Support Liaison

at Tegel

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Competitive salary + Kiwisaver 4%
Staff discounts on Tegel products
Established, stable territory with strong brand recognition

Competitive salary + Kiwisaver 4%
Staff discounts on Tegel products
Established, stable territory with strong brand recognition

At Tegel, we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, connected, and able to thrive. We’re looking for an Employee Support Li

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

14d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Business Management Advisor (Canterbury)

at Prime Strategies Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$140,000 – $210,000 per year

Apply your experience. Help Canterbury businesses thrive.
Enjoy helping people and organisations to realise their potential?
Work that fits life, strong earnings, real impact for local business owners

Apply your experience. Help Canterbury businesses thrive.
Enjoy helping people and organisations to realise their potential?
Work that fits life, strong earnings, real impact for local business owners

Turn your business experience into high-value advisory work helping Canterbury SME owners build stronger, better-performing businesses.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

22d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Manager Culture and Capability

at Maritime New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

9 month fixed term or secondment opportunity
Appointing range: $164,424 - $203,407 pro-rated
Lead a team of professionals to deliver on Maritime NZ's strategic goals

9 month fixed term or secondment opportunity
Appointing range: $164,424 - $203,407 pro-rated
Lead a team of professionals to deliver on Maritime NZ's strategic goals

9 month ftxed term or secondment opportunity

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

17h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

People & Culture Advisor - Fixed Term

at Harcourts

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

10-month fixed term contract
Play a key role in shaping employee experience
Be part of a thriving and values-driven organization

10-month fixed term contract
Play a key role in shaping employee experience
Be part of a thriving and values-driven organization

Join Harcourts in Auckland as a People & Culture Advisor – provide trusted HR advice, shape employee experience, and make an impact!

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Whānau Liaison

at Ronald McDonald House Charities New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Grafton, Auckland

A newly created full-time position to help strengthen the support we provide to whānau across our Auckland programs and nationally.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

14d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Senior Advisor Communications - Wellington

at Ministry of Social Development

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Develop and deliver internal and external communication plans
Provide high quality communication products
Six-month, fixed-term Wellington-based role

Develop and deliver internal and external communication plans
Provide high quality communication products
Six-month, fixed-term Wellington-based role

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help NZ.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

19h ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Talent Acquisition & People Advisor

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$96,000 – $120,000 per year

VERY Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

VERY Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

Strategic partner managing the full talent lifecycle through expert recruitment, compliance, and NZ legislation advice to empower people and culture!

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

18d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Employment Advocate

at Mahi Law

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Papatoetoe, Auckland(Remote)

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

Remote role advising employees on workplace disputes, including unjustified disadvantage, mediation advocacy, and settlement negotiations.

subClassification: Industrial Relations & Employment LawIndustrial Relations & Employment Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

27d ago

Listed five days ago

Customer Support Advisor/Admin

at Tribe (New Zealand) Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Porirua, Wellington

Temp role, starting ASAP, based in Porirua
Work within an organisation that has a meaningful impact on the community
Customer-focused role in a fast-paced environment

Temp role, starting ASAP, based in Porirua
Work within an organisation that has a meaningful impact on the community
Customer-focused role in a fast-paced environment

Provide efficient customer support, deliver effective solutions, ensure accurate reporting, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships

subClassification: OtherOther

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

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior HR Advisor/Business Partner (Fixed-Term – Parental Leave Cover)

at Rakon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Supportive, fun & collaborative P&C team
Free car-parking
Global company

Supportive, fun & collaborative P&C team
Free car-parking
Global company

Seven month fixed-term maternity cover starting in May

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

8d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Strategic Performance - contract

at Niche Recruitment

Be an early applicant

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)

16h ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Senior Policy Analyst - Wellington

at Ministry of Social Development

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Fixed-term or secondment opportunity until 30 June 2027
Important mahi supporting the Disability Support Services Group
Work in an organisation driving better outcomes for all disabled people

Fixed-term or secondment opportunity until 30 June 2027
Important mahi supporting the Disability Support Services Group
Work in an organisation driving better outcomes for all disabled people

This is your chance to be part of a journey, to continue to strengthen the delivery of Disability Support Services.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14h ago

Listed six days ago

Principal Policy Advisor - Regulatory policy

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

NZD 125000 - 155000 per annum

Lead a high‑profile national regulatory programme, advising Ministers and Cabinet in a hands‑on principal role

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

ChairPerson/Executive Advisor (Governace + Te Ao Maaori Strategy)

at Rainbow Hub Waikato

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

$500/month+additional advisory p/h by agreement

Join a well established Board with a range of lived experience and skill sets
A unique opportunity to support a community-led organisation with social impact.
Contract, Honorarium or Koha available

Join a well established Board with a range of lived experience and skill sets
A unique opportunity to support a community-led organisation with social impact.
Contract, Honorarium or Koha available

Bring high competency in Te Ao Maaori frameworks, ensuring our org reflects our commitments and supports meaningful partnership with Tangata Whenua.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

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

15d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago