Research Advisor Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Official Information Request/Business Advisor - supporting Senior Leadership

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Starting salary from $90,060 + 5weeks annual leave

Lead information requests as the specialist for a business unit
Bring your innovation and critical thinking to support a Senior Leader
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Lead information requests as the specialist for a business unit
Bring your innovation and critical thinking to support a Senior Leader
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Join this forward-focused, dynamic, innovative service managing and leading our OIA process and responses. Be respected for your specialist knowledge.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Product Knowledge & Education Specialist

at Shoof International

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

Ability to take real ownership of the role
A varied, hands-on role with plenty going on
Be part of our story and share it with others

Ability to take real ownership of the role
A varied, hands-on role with plenty going on
Be part of our story and share it with others

Use YOUR skills Play on our TEAM

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

Featured

Listed one day ago

Principal Adviser Office of the Chief Science Adviser

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Provide strategic science advice to inform high-impact govt decisions daily
Lead analysis of complex science to shape policy and investment outcomes widely
Work with leaders and partners to embed evidence in decisions across MPI system

Provide strategic science advice to inform high-impact govt decisions daily
Lead analysis of complex science to shape policy and investment outcomes widely
Work with leaders and partners to embed evidence in decisions across MPI system

Help shape how science informs decisions that matter for Aotearoa New Zealand

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Strategic Communications and Marketing Advisor

at New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$139,133 – $173,917 per year

Collaborate with leaders across government, research, and industry
Build and lead a high-impact communications function
Work at the intersection of innovation and government

Collaborate with leaders across government, research, and industry
Build and lead a high-impact communications function
Work at the intersection of innovation and government

Lead the communications strategy that shapes NZIAT’s voice, brand, and national influence.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Advisor - Operational Policy and Practice

at Office of the Ombudsman

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Permanent position based in our Wellington Office
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes
Support the development and maintenance of operational practice guidance

Permanent position based in our Wellington Office
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes
Support the development and maintenance of operational practice guidance

Permanent opportunity in our newly established Operational Policy and Practice team.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Policy Advisor

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

From 106000 to 135000 NZD per year

Lead policy projects that make a difference in the lives of Aucklanders
Hybrid role with flexible working options
Salary will be $106,000 to $135,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Lead policy projects that make a difference in the lives of Aucklanders
Hybrid role with flexible working options
Salary will be $106,000 to $135,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Provide policy advice to decision-makers, to ensure Aucklanders have equitable access to open space, sports and recreation and community services.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen hours ago

Strategy and Policy Advisor

at Hamilton City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Two Wellbeing days per year
Free health insurance and discounted. membership rates for family members.
Opportunities for professional development.

Two Wellbeing days per year
Free health insurance and discounted. membership rates for family members.
Opportunities for professional development.

Strategy and Policy Advisor role at Hamilton City Council to improve community outcomes.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16h ago

Listed eight days ago

Student Engagement Advisor

at The University of Waikato

This is a Part time job

Hamilton East, Waikato(Hybrid)

Inspire future students through meaningful engagement
Flexible part-time role with variety and purpose
Build strong community and school partnerships

Inspire future students through meaningful engagement
Flexible part-time role with variety and purpose
Build strong community and school partnerships

Build student connections, promote education pathways, and engage schools and communities to inspire future learners.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Judicial Support Advisor

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Part time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$74,634-$95,591 pro rata

Opportunity to grow your skillset and advance your career.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Make a difference in a role with real impact.

Opportunity to grow your skillset and advance your career.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Make a difference in a role with real impact.

Support High Court judges with earthquake litigation, legal research, and case management in a dynamic role.

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

20h ago

Listed nine days ago

Official Information Request/Business Advisor - supporting Senior Leadership

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Starting salary from $90,060 + 5weeks annual leave

Lead information requests as the specialist for a business unit
Bring your innovation and critical thinking to support a Senior Leader
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Lead information requests as the specialist for a business unit
Bring your innovation and critical thinking to support a Senior Leader
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Join this forward-focused, dynamic, innovative service managing and leading our OIA process and responses. Be respected for your specialist knowledge.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

HR Adviser | Employment Relations

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$87,000 – $118,000 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive HR team

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

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

18d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Senior Adviser Capability and Guidance

at Office of the Privacy Commissioner

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$96,000 – $123,000 per year

Develop practical guidance and tools, strong stakeholder engagement
Project ownership in a high performing team
Great culture, supportive leadership

Develop practical guidance and tools, strong stakeholder engagement
Project ownership in a high performing team
Great culture, supportive leadership

Great new specialist role in a small team developing and delivering privacy guidance, advice and support to diverse agencies.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Vocational Careers Advisor

at MITO

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Support young people towards career pathways
Mahi that makes a real difference in people's lives
Remote, flexible working

Support young people towards career pathways
Mahi that makes a real difference in people's lives
Remote, flexible working

Inspire and connect secondary school students with rewarding vocational career pathways across MITO's industries.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Principal Advisor - Inquiry into Tauranga Landslides

at Department of Internal Affairs

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$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)

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Academic Advisor

at Massey University

This is a Full time job

Wellington

$60069 - $84876 p.a.

Guide students to build personalised, achievable study pathways
Support complex decisions using policy expertise and empathy
Make a real impact on student success from entry to graduation

Guide students to build personalised, achievable study pathways
Support complex decisions using policy expertise and empathy
Make a real impact on student success from entry to graduation

Help shape student futures at Massey Wellington. Guide study decisions, build pathways, and make a real impact. Academic Advisor role - apply now.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research and Evaluation Analyst / Kaiarotake (12 month fixed term contract)

at Mana Mahi Recruitment

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland(Hybrid)

Build hands-on skills in research design, engagement and reporting
Enjoy hybrid working with flexibility and connection across the team
Grow your evaluation career across diverse, real-world projects

Build hands-on skills in research design, engagement and reporting
Enjoy hybrid working with flexibility and connection across the team
Grow your evaluation career across diverse, real-world projects

Research & Evaluation Analyst / Kaiarotake role supporting Kaupapa Māori research, community engagement, analysis & reporting to amplify whānau voices

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Advisor

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$111k - $138k + KiwiSaver + wellbeing allowance

Turn data, reporting, & research into clear, actionable insights

Turn data, reporting, & research into clear, actionable insights

Senior Advisor turns data into clear advice, leads evaluation, drives collaboration, and improves building system performance and standards

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Product Knowledge & Education Specialist

at Shoof International

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

Ability to take real ownership of the role
A varied, hands-on role with plenty going on
Be part of our story and share it with others

Ability to take real ownership of the role
A varied, hands-on role with plenty going on
Be part of our story and share it with others

Use YOUR skills Play on our TEAM

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Kaitohutohu Pāpāho Digital Communications Advisor

at Royal Society of New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington(Hybrid)

Champion the work of our best students, scientists, teachers, and researchers
Broad, creative role spanning storytelling, digital, events, and media
Shape how New Zealanders understand and value science, evidence, and research

Champion the work of our best students, scientists, teachers, and researchers
Broad, creative role spanning storytelling, digital, events, and media
Shape how New Zealanders understand and value science, evidence, and research

Skilled communicator wanted to boost education, science, and research via storytelling, digital content, and events.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14d ago

Listed four days ago

Policy Analyst

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$79,200 - $95,873

A fixed-term, eight month vacancy in the Social Impact Team
A role requiring strong internal and cross-agency engagement
Bring your relationship-building skills and collaborative approach

A fixed-term, eight month vacancy in the Social Impact Team
A role requiring strong internal and cross-agency engagement
Bring your relationship-building skills and collaborative approach

Are you passionate about supporting and influencing social change for families, whānau, and individuals across Aotearoa New Zealand?

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

International Technical Advisor - Energy Policy Reform

at Hudson

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Support national energy policy reform and planning in Kiribati
Full-time, 12 month in country assignment (with possible extension)
Based in South Tarawa, Kiribati

Support national energy policy reform and planning in Kiribati
Full-time, 12 month in country assignment (with possible extension)
Based in South Tarawa, Kiribati

MFAT seeks an experienced Technical Advisor to support energy policy reform in Kiribati, including national energy strategy and planning initiatives

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17h ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

International Technical Advisor - Energy Policy Reform

at Hudson

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Support national energy policy reform and planning in Kiribati
Full-time, 12 month in country assignment (with possible extension)
Based in South Tarawa, Kiribati

Support national energy policy reform and planning in Kiribati
Full-time, 12 month in country assignment (with possible extension)
Based in South Tarawa, Kiribati

MFAT seeks an experienced Technical Advisor to support energy policy reform in Kiribati, including national energy strategy and planning initiatives

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17h ago

Listed four days ago

Research assistant

at Wise Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

30 - 40 hours per week + based in Auckland.
Fixed term for 12 months
Flexible working + Work life balance encouraged.

30 - 40 hours per week + based in Auckland.
Fixed term for 12 months
Flexible working + Work life balance encouraged.

Work for a national centre of workforce development in mental health + addiction. Assist project leads in the development + completion of research.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Principal Advisor Design - Wellington - Permanent

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$142,874 - $177,798

Shape service and system design at scale to improve outcomes for disabled people
Turn strategy into well‑designed, deliverable change
Permanent Wellington based role

Shape service and system design at scale to improve outcomes for disabled people
Turn strategy into well‑designed, deliverable change
Permanent Wellington based role

Play a critical role in shaping how services are designed, improved, and delivered across the disability system.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Advisor, Funding and Data EEL

at Ministry of Education

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Bring your project experience to high profile initiatives
Ideal candidate has a customer focus and strong attention to detail
Be part of a supportive and engaged team

Bring your project experience to high profile initiatives
Ideal candidate has a customer focus and strong attention to detail
Be part of a supportive and engaged team

Exciting opportunity to join a team with a key role in the growth of International Education

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

International Technical Advisor - Energy Policy Reform

at Hudson

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Support national energy policy reform and planning in Kiribati
Full-time, 12 month in country assignment (with possible extension)
Based in South Tarawa, Kiribati

Support national energy policy reform and planning in Kiribati
Full-time, 12 month in country assignment (with possible extension)
Based in South Tarawa, Kiribati

MFAT seeks an experienced Technical Advisor to support energy policy reform in Kiribati, including national energy strategy and planning initiatives

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19h ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Travel Expert - Botany

at Flight Centre Travel Group (New Zealand)

This is a Full time job

Botany Downs, Auckland

Permanent full-time role, global exposure & travel industry perks!
Dedicated Inhouse health and wellbeing team & free financial planning advice!
Career growth and development

Permanent full-time role, global exposure & travel industry perks!
Dedicated Inhouse health and wellbeing team & free financial planning advice!
Career growth and development

Turn your travel dreams into reality! Use your passion for sales to create dream holidays, delight customers and enjoy uncapped earning potential!

subClassification: Travel Agents/ConsultantsTravel Agents/Consultants

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Advisor Design - Wellington or Christchurch, Permanent

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$79,200 - $95,873

Contribute to system and service design work
Work across programmes and projects with a collaborative, outcome-focused team
Wellington or Christchurch based role within a purpose driven organisation

Contribute to system and service design work
Work across programmes and projects with a collaborative, outcome-focused team
Wellington or Christchurch based role within a purpose driven organisation

Help shape how disability support services are designed and delivered for New Zealanders.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Advisor - Intake and Assurance

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Starting salary between $77,886 and $86,082

Be the first point of contact for feedback providers, ensuring they feel heard
Engage directly with individuals through incoming and outgoing calls
One permanent, one 12 month fixed term opportunity based in Wellington

Be the first point of contact for feedback providers, ensuring they feel heard
Engage directly with individuals through incoming and outgoing calls
One permanent, one 12 month fixed term opportunity based in Wellington

Be the face of feedback at Oranga Tamariki

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19h ago

Listed nine days 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)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Policy Analyst

at Ministry of Education

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Support the development of policy in high profile, new and challenging areas
Improve the educational experiences and outcomes for children and young people
Develop in this established and supportive group

Support the development of policy in high profile, new and challenging areas
Improve the educational experiences and outcomes for children and young people
Develop in this established and supportive group

Exciting opportunity for a Policy Analyst in the schooling policy group working on high-profile policy issues

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Principal Research Analyst

at Ministry of Education

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Opportunity for strategic leadership
Influence tertiary education policy and practice through research and evidence
Contribute to a culture of learning and improvement

Opportunity for strategic leadership
Influence tertiary education policy and practice through research and evidence
Contribute to a culture of learning and improvement

Play a key role to deliver on the research and information priorities for tertiary education.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

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