Senior Policy Adviser

5 days ago


Nelson, New Zealand Nelson City Councill Full time

**Do you enjoy..**
- **mentoring others**:

- **leading policy programmes**:

- **using your skills to make a difference in the community**
**Shaping our future**

We are looking for our next Senior Policy Adviser to support Council’s policy programme and projects.

Our strategy team is responsible for providing strategic advice to Council and the leadership team, developing a wide range of policies and engaging closely with our community. From analysing the impact of trends such as the ageing demographic to developing strategies, this role has tremendous variety. You will need to work alongside community stakeholders to understand their issues and concerns and build strong and trusting relationships.

The role has a diverse and challenging portfolio of work and requires building close relationships at all levels. Reporting to the Manager Strategy you will join a close and collaborative team who are passionate about Nelson and their work. You will have the chance to use your expertise to not only lead your own projects but to support other staff within the team and wider Council.

To be successful in this position you need:

- Demonstrated senior experience in policy analysis and development
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills to work collaboratively across Council
- An understanding of effective public engagement
- A relevant tertiary qualification.

For an articulate and motivated professional, this is a wonderful career and lifestyle opportunity in a fabulous location. Nelson offers an enviable lifestyle and is near three national parks. It is easy to enjoy the arts, culture and outdoors here.

Nelson City Council offers you a rewarding and flexible work environment, surrounded by people who want to make a difference to Nelson. We offer ongoing professional development, a variety of challenging and interesting work, and a chance to focus and enhance your technical skills.

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This work requires the person who undertakes it be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. You will need to provide evidence of your vaccination status to be considered for this role.

Applications close 5pm Wednesday 16 March.



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