Policy Advisor Leader

4 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Ministry Of Business, Innovation And Employment Full time

**About the Role**

Our Senior Policy Advisors work on complex and high-profile government policy projects. They apply their policy expertise to deliver results for New Zealand.

They use their strong communication and influencing skills to engage and work collaboratively with various groups.

They have great knowledge of legislative frameworks and processes, Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and a strong understanding of the wider political environment to better position New Zealand for the future.

We are seeking a motivated individual who is passionate about leading and coaching others to develop their policy craft and take their careers to the next level.

As a **Senior Policy Advisor**, you will work across different levels to share your own knowledge with others.

You will be part of a team filled with smart and committed policy professionals with excellent policy craft skills and domain knowledge.

We have a positive and engaging work environment in which you can thrive while addressing some of the tricky policy issues that impact New Zealand's businesses and workers.

The role requires someone who is able to work through ambiguity and deliver results.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading complex policy projects within central government.

They will have a good understanding of economic principles and the New Zealand economy.

The successful candidate will have a passion for leading and coaching others to develop their policy craft and take their careers to the next level.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Lead complex policy projects within central government
  • Develop and implement policies that promote economic growth and development
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve policy objectives
  • Maintain a deep understanding of the New Zealand economy and its drivers

Requirements:

  • Experience leading complex policy projects within central government
  • Good understanding of economic principles and the New Zealand economy
  • Possession of strong influencing and engagement skills
  • Able to work through ambiguity and deliver results

We offer a competitive salary range and a wide variety of work across the branch.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

If you are passionate about leading and coaching others to develop their policy craft and take their careers to the next level, please submit your application.



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