Student - Policy Advisor

2 weeks ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time

We are looking for a Student Policy Advisor to join our Strategic and Spatial Planning team and support our policy development and advocacy work.


Mō te tangata | About you

Ideally, you will have:

  • Policy development, policy process, and policy analysis skills.
  • Proven success at building relationships and resolving issues with internal and external stakeholders.
  • The ability to deliver in a political environment that could be high pressure and rapidly changing.
  • An articulate and compelling communication style with strong writing and presentation skills.
  • The attitude to be a constructive team member who actively contributes to the positive culture of our team.

Mō te tūranga | About the role:
This role is for three months, starting in early-mid November 2023 and ending late February 2024. It is located in our Hamilton office at 160 Ward Street, Hamilton.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Strategic and Spatial Planning team in the Waikato Regional Council.

The Student Policy Advisor will support the mahi on significant policy challenges that make a difference across the region, and to New Zealand.

This role represents a unique opportunity to grow and develop your career within a leading local government organisation.

  • The satisfaction of having a hand in shaping the future of the Waikato Region.
  • A supportive working environment with flexible working arrangements.
  • Strong support for continuing professional development.
  • Opportunities to work with industryleading experts in their fields. An organisation which incorporates principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in its work environment and practices.


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