Science Policy Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

Govern research that has long-term economic, environment, and health impacts.
Oversee research and science services to inform regulatory and policy decisions.
Facilitate collaboration on science opportunities to achieve breakthroughs.

Govern research that has long-term economic, environment, and health impacts.
Oversee research and science services to inform regulatory and policy decisions.
Facilitate collaboration on science opportunities to achieve breakthroughs.

On behalf of the Minister, we are seeking candidates interested in appointment as director of PHF Science.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Policy Advisor (Contractor)

at NSAD RISK MANAGEMENT, INC.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$3,000 – $4,500 per month

Strategic policy role. Flexible remote work. Geopolitical risk analysis. Global exposure. Competitive compensation

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

12d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Research Liaison and Grants Coordinator

at Cure Kids

This is a Contract/Temp job

Greenlane, Auckland(Hybrid)

Research
Child Health
Not for Profit

Research
Child Health
Not for Profit

Join Cure Kids to lead and manage the annual research granting round and manage the coordination of open grants.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

22d ago

Listed seven days ago

Kaiwhakarite Kaupapa Māori (Māori Project and Equity Officer)

at Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Commensurate with skills & experience

2 Year Fixed-Term Contract I Part-time (3 days a week) opportunity
ANZCA Wellington Office location - flexible working available
Internationally recognised, membership-based specialist medical college

2 Year Fixed-Term Contract I Part-time (3 days a week) opportunity
ANZCA Wellington Office location - flexible working available
Internationally recognised, membership-based specialist medical college

An exciting opportunity to lead meaningful health equity initiatives and embed Te Tiriti o Waitangi across a national medical college.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at Niche Recruitment

Expiring soon

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)

26d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Advisor, Regulatory Policy

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$115,000 – $140,000 per year

Contribute to a high-impact, sector-wide rules update programme that shapes a key part of New Zealand’s economy and safety system

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Graduate Energy Project Coordinator - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

at Auckland Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work-life balance and flexibility

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Contribute to real energy savings and carbon reduction outcomes

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Grants Strategist | Client Manager

at JOYN

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

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

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Advisor Science, Medicines Assessor

at Ministry of Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Midpoint of $92,874 dependent on experience

Fixed Term | Wellington based position | until 8 October 2026
Provide high quality advice on quality, safety and efficacy of medicines
Assess pharmaceutical submissions against requirements in NZ and internationally

Fixed Term | Wellington based position | until 8 October 2026
Provide high quality advice on quality, safety and efficacy of medicines
Assess pharmaceutical submissions against requirements in NZ and internationally

Evaluate the quality of new and changed medicines for the NZ public

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Product Assessor

at Zespri International Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Seasonal fixed term roles: 6 months from April/May until end of October
Conduct quality assessments, audits & compliance checks across the season
Full NZ licence, pass eyesight test, flexible hours & able to stand long periods

Seasonal fixed term roles: 6 months from April/May until end of October
Conduct quality assessments, audits & compliance checks across the season
Full NZ licence, pass eyesight test, flexible hours & able to stand long periods

Seasonal Product Assessors needed Apr/May-Oct to complete quality assessments, audits and compliance checks on a rotating roster (incl. weekends).

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

12d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Grants Strategist | Client Manager

at JOYN

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

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

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Advisor, Guidance (Technical Writer)

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

up to $130,000 per year, negotiable

Senior guidance/technical writer - major govt regulatory reform programme. Turn complex rules into clear, practical guidance with national impact

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Sustainability, Policy and Comms Coordinator

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$60069 - $84876 p.a.

Coordinate sustainability programmes and events across three campuses
Engage students, staff and partners through inspiring sustainability initiatives
Deliver clear, engaging communications across digital channels

Coordinate sustainability programmes and events across three campuses
Engage students, staff and partners through inspiring sustainability initiatives
Deliver clear, engaging communications across digital channels

Help drive sustainability at Massey University by engaging people, delivering events, and sharing stories that create positive campus change.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Policy Advisor / Senior Policy Advisor (Fixed-term – 6 months)

at Matamata-Piako District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Aroha, Waikato(Hybrid)

$87,258 – $111,022 per year

Mix of policy, planning & advisory work.
Autonomy to manage workload.
Collaborate across the org.

Mix of policy, planning & advisory work.
Autonomy to manage workload.
Collaborate across the org.

The (Senior) Policy Advisor role is ideal for someone who is ready to hit the ground running and knows their way around policy and corporate planning.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago