Senior Policy Advisors

3 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Ministry of Justice Full time

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini_
- Success is not the work of one, but the work of many._

**Are you a Senior Policy Advisor with proven policy experience in Government?**

**Do you want to work on policy issues that have a meaningful impact and are fundamental to the well-being of Aotearoa - New Zealand?**

**Are you seeking an opportunity to be coached by experts in the field and to help mentor others?**

**Te whiwhinga mahi/The Opportunity**

Our Senior Policy Advisors are instrumental in leading complex projects and processes. Projects include legislative reform, regulatory policy, or stewardship, and contributing to whole-of-Government or whole-of-sector initiatives.

Senior Advisors maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders and have the opportunity to connect with the judiciary. They play a central role in ensuring the quality of advice across the policy group through participation on QA and RIA panels and mentoring less experienced advisers.

**He pūkenga tou / Skills and experience**

To be successful in this role, you will:

- Have strong relationship management skills and experience in engaging with diverse internal and external stakeholders, learning from and influencing their perspectives.
- Be able to think analytically and critically, find complex problems interesting, and have a knack for solving them.
- Be an excellent communicator, able to write clearly and simplify complex information, and ask questions to improve your understanding.
- Have extensive knowledge and understanding of the machinery of Government and public policy.

Experience with the legislative process or a legal background would be an advantage but is not essential.

**Ko wai mātou/Who we are**

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.** **The Policy Group is focused on making New Zealand a safe and just society. We are committed to honouring our commitments under te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Click here to find out more about some of the work we do.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

**He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu/Why you will enjoy working here**
- Join an experienced policy group focused on producing high-quality advice to Ministers.
- Work collegially and collaboratively, with a focus on coaching and supporting you to grow your knowledge and develop your skills.
- We are committed to growing our capability in Te Tiriti analysis and frameworks, with a pilot programme about to commence to support that growth.
- We are open to flexible working arrangements that align with the demands of the work programme.
- We will prioritise your health and well-being and provide an inclusive work environment.

**Utu ā-tau/**Salary**

The appointing salary for a Senior Policy Advisor is between $107,540 - $150,174, based on your skills and experience.

**Tono mai/How to Apply


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