Think Tank Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Customer Service / Sales Support

This is a Contract/Temp job

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

Customer service role on a 6-month contract. Support customers, handle enquiries, and keep communication smooth across the team.

subClassification: Client & Sales AdministrationClient & Sales Administration

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

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Te Mātai Ao - Principal Resource Consent Planner

at Tamatea Pōkai Whenua

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

Tamatea Pōkai Whenua seek a motivated and organised individual. It is advantageous to have knowledge and expertise of the Resource Management Act 1991

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Listed three days ago

Customer Service / Sales Support

at Bailey Tanks

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wiri, Auckland

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

We value communities and being a responsible and sustainable manufacturer in NZ
Be part of a thriving dynamic business
Modern facility located in Wiri, South Auckland

Customer service role on a 6-month contract. Support customers, handle enquiries, and keep communication smooth across the team.

subClassification: Client & Sales AdministrationClient & Sales Administration

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

3d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Process Business Analyst

at Likemind

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Multiple Business Process Analyst roles
3-6 month contracts
ASAP start

Multiple Business Process Analyst roles
3-6 month contracts
ASAP start

We are looking for multiple Process BAs who are skilled in analysing, improving and documenting business processes.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Te Mātai Ao - Principal Resource Consent Planner

at Tamatea Pōkai Whenua

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

To lead the planning and consent processes to protect mana whenua interests.
To support tino rangatiratanga of hapū and marae in the Heretaunga Tamatea area.
Be a key liaison between consenting authorities, crown agencies and developers.

Tamatea Pōkai Whenua seek a motivated and organised individual. It is advantageous to have knowledge and expertise of the Resource Management Act 1991

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17h ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Principal Policy Advisor - Regulatory policy

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

Be an early applicant

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)

23h ago

Listed four 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)

4d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Workforce Planning Advisor

at Social Workers Registration Board

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$101,000 – $107,300 per year

Career‑building fixed term - broad exposure that sets you up beyond 12 months.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

18h ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Business Support - Kaitautoko pakihiupport

at Wise Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$58000.0k - $62000.0k p.a.

12-month parental leave cover
30 hours per week, worked between Monday and Friday
Based in Manukau or Hamilton East, with flexible working options available

12-month parental leave cover
30 hours per week, worked between Monday and Friday
Based in Manukau or Hamilton East, with flexible working options available

Keep our team running smoothly. Support our mahi that helps people live great lives through finding and keeping employment.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

20h ago

Listed four days ago

Apōrei | Principal Policy Advisor - Curatorial Residencies

at Te Puni Kōkiri

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$123,317 - $137,018

Collaborate with international partners and lead an important project
Full time, Fixed Term role until 30 June 2026
Remote working option available with travel as required.

Collaborate with international partners and lead an important project
Full time, Fixed Term role until 30 June 2026
Remote working option available with travel as required.

Collaborate with international partners and lead the development of curatorial residencies

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Change Implementation Manager - Wellington, 18 month fixed term

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$103,815 - $125,958

Drive meaningful change across the Socrates Enhancement programme
Lead cross-functional teams to embed new ways of working
Wellington-based role with national reach

Drive meaningful change across the Socrates Enhancement programme
Lead cross-functional teams to embed new ways of working
Wellington-based role with national reach

Join a team that is dedicated to making a shift and strengthening disability supports for disabled people and their whānau.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Kaitohu Matua | Senior Advisor, Te Pou Taiao - Full Time, Fixed term opportunity

at Te Puni Kōkiri

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$104,317 - $115,907

Join a team of policy professionals in this fixed term role
An opportunity for you to gain knowledge &exposure to broader policy frameworks
Full Time, Fixed Term opportunity till mid-November 2026

Join a team of policy professionals in this fixed term role
An opportunity for you to gain knowledge &exposure to broader policy frameworks
Full Time, Fixed Term opportunity till mid-November 2026

If you're a policy professional looking for a short-term assignment till mid-November 2026?

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Lead | Kaiārahi Tira Rangahau (12-month Fixed Term or Secondment)

at Parliamentary Service

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Lead a high-performing, collaborative research team
Influence Parliament with trusted, impartial insights
Shape strategic research services and drive impact

Lead a high-performing, collaborative research team
Influence Parliament with trusted, impartial insights
Shape strategic research services and drive impact

Lead a high-performing team delivering trusted research to support Select Committees, House Services, and informed parliamentary decision-making.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Business Mentor

at Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Grafton, Auckland

Volunteer assignment based in Arawa, Bougainville
Amazing opportunity to share your professional skills in a unique environment
Flights, accommodation and living allowance funded by VSA

Volunteer assignment based in Arawa, Bougainville
Amazing opportunity to share your professional skills in a unique environment
Flights, accommodation and living allowance funded by VSA

Support Akuron Coffee, a new and growing business by sharing your own skills and experience in business and marketing strategy.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

25d ago

Listed ten days ago

Intern Trustee (Board Member) - Te Nehenehenui

at Te Nehenehenui Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Kuiti, Waikato(Hybrid)

Develop real governance skills alongside experienced trustees
Contribute to iwi aspirations while growing your leadership potential
Access mentoring and strategic insights across Te Nehenehenui entities

Develop real governance skills alongside experienced trustees
Contribute to iwi aspirations while growing your leadership potential
Access mentoring and strategic insights across Te Nehenehenui entities

Gain governance experience as a Te Nehenehenui Intern Trustee, developing leadership and iwi capability while contributing to our future!

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

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

10d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Advisor/Analyst

at Taska360

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$$ dependent on your experience

Initial engagement to the end of June but strong chance of extension
Work within an established team on a variety of initiatives
Will suit a critical thinker with strong report writing skills

Initial engagement to the end of June but strong chance of extension
Work within an established team on a variety of initiatives
Will suit a critical thinker with strong report writing skills

Chance to work on a variety of regulatory initiatives. Will suit a Policy Advisor or Analyst who brings regulatory expertise

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Senior Policy Advisor - Regulatory

at Frog Recruitment - Wellington

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

NZD 115000 - 140000 per annum

rare opportunity - key role in a major, system-wide programme underpinning the safety & future of one of NZ’s most critical sectors

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

25d ago

Listed eleven days ago

UCE Innovation Lead

at University of Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

World-class Research Institute

Drive impactful initiatives within a thriving university entrepreneurship hub
Be part of a collaborative, supportive team
Build meaningful connections across students, industry, investors, and academia

Drive impactful initiatives within a thriving university entrepreneurship hub
Be part of a collaborative, supportive team
Build meaningful connections across students, industry, investors, and academia

Become UCE’s Innovation Lead and help students and emerging founders turn great ideas into real‑world ventures.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

11d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Lecturer / Postdoctoral Fellow in Applied Mathematics or Statistics

at University of Canterbury

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

World-class Research Institute

Be part of UC – Work for a values-led, innovative university
Build interdisciplinary collaborations across the Faculty and University
Deliver high-quality, internationally recognised research

Be part of UC – Work for a values-led, innovative university
Build interdisciplinary collaborations across the Faculty and University
Deliver high-quality, internationally recognised research

Join UC as a Fixed-Term Lecturer / Postdoc in Applied Mathematics or Statistics and contribute to a thriving research culture.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

26d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Principal Policy Advisor

at Randstad - Business Support

This is a Contract/Temp job

Thorndon, Wellington(Hybrid)

$140 - $150 p.h.

Principal Policy Contractor: Draft CRIS, Cabinet papers & project plan for priority projects. Navigating Cabinet/Parliamentary process is essential.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Principal/Senior Evaluator

at Education Review Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Impactful role improving education outcomes.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Impactful role improving education outcomes.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.

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

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

22d ago

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