Executive Policy Director

5 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Company Overview

The Department of Internal Affairs serves and connects people, communities, and government to build a safe, prosperous, and respected nation. We deliver value to New Zealanders in many ways - leading digital government, keeping Kiwis safe from harm, supporting strong and resilient communities, strengthening civic participation and governance, and fostering our cultural identity.

Salary

$210,296 - $261,702 per annum

Job Description

You will be responsible for shaping and overseeing the policy work programme for the Policy Group. You will lead a team of specialists to gather and analyse information, providing high-quality, evidence-based advice to Ministers.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in a senior New Zealand public service role, including the ability to provide quality policy advice and services to senior managers and/or Ministers
  • Demonstrated experience of working in a fast-paced, ambiguous programme environment, focussing on timely delivery of policy products
  • Proven leadership of policy teams that have delivered complex work programmes
  • A strong understanding of policy and legislative environments
  • In-depth experience in leading organisational change in a diverse, complex and changing business environment
  • Strategic capability and able to think beyond immediate issues to consider the longer term and broader implications
  • Excellent personal and communication skills

Benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes.

Others

This is a rare opportunity for an outstanding leader to join us and shape the future of policy in New Zealand.



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