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$83,562 - $107,862
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Join a newly-established team working on firearms law reform
  • Work on complex issues with real life impact on the lives of New Zealanders
  • An inclusive organisation that fosters personal development
2 fixed-term opportunities for experienced Advisors (Level 2) to deliver on the coalition agreement to reform firearms law through to December 2026.
This is a featured job

This is a Full time job

Salary midpoint of $180,896
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Permanent | Full time | Ideally Wellington based
  • Senior Leadership role | WFH Flexibility | 4.8 weeks leave
  • Salary midpoint of $180,896, actual salary dependent on your experience
Kia hiwa rā! Kia hiwa ra! Nau mai haere mai ki Te Aho o Te Kahu. Join us as our Tākai Aronui | Chief Advisor Māori and lead transformative strategies
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Listed two days ago

This is a Full time job

$83,562 - $107,862
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Join a newly-established team working on firearms law reform
  • Work on complex issues with real life impact on the lives of New Zealanders
  • An inclusive organisation that fosters personal development
2 fixed-term opportunities for experienced Advisors (Level 2) to deliver on the coalition agreement to reform firearms law through to December 2026.
2d ago
Listed one day ago

This is a Full time job

$83,562 - $107,862
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Join a newly-established team working on firearms law reform
  • Work on complex issues with real life impact on the lives of New Zealanders
  • An inclusive organisation that fosters personal development
2 fixed-term opportunities for experienced Advisors (Level 2) to deliver on the coalition agreement to reform firearms law through to December 2026.
1d ago
Listed two days ago

This is a Full time job

$110,776 - $143,388
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Join a newly-established team working on firearms law reform
  • Work on complex issues with real life impact on the lives of New Zealanders
  • An inclusive organisation that fosters personal development
3 fixed-term opportunities for experienced Senior Policy Advisors to deliver on the coalition agreement to reform firearms law through to Dec 2026.
2d ago
Listed one day ago

This is a Full time job

$110,776 - $143,388
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Join a newly-established team working on firearms law reform
  • Work on complex issues with real life impact on the lives of New Zealanders
  • An inclusive organisation that fosters personal development
3 fixed-term opportunities for experienced Senior Policy Advisors to deliver on the coalition agreement to reform firearms law through to Dec 2026.
1d ago
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Listed five days ago

This is a Full time job

$98,000 – $115,000 per year
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Relocation cost contribution up to $3000 + 2 Year fixed term + Full time
  • A supportive working environment with flexible working arrangements
  • Strong support for continuing professional development
Relocate to Hamilton, the mighty Waikato & advance your career working on projects that set the standard for environmental policy development in NZ
5d ago
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Listed five days ago

This is a Full time job

$70,125 to $77,000 per annum
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Interacting with customers and communities to minimise alcohol related harm
  • Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Central Auckland based
Enforce alcohol regulations, monitor compliance, engage stakeholders collaboratively.
5d ago
Listed nine hours ago

This is a Full time job

$85,678 - $100,798
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Opportunity for learning and development within a supportive team
  • 5 weeks annual leave and hybrid working available
  • Contribute to the development a growing, innovative and exciting city
Are you passionate about shaping the future of Palmerston North City? We are seeking a dedicated Policy Planner to join our Strategic Planning Unit.
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Listed one hour ago

This is a Full time job

Flexibility, Variety, Team Environment
subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Say goodbye to long commutes & join us in Taupo
  • Grow your career with us
  • Opportunity to make a difference in your community
We are looking for a Policy Advisor to join our team
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Listed six days ago

This is a Full time job

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management
classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)
  • Champion and implement cutting edge data and analytics solutions
  • Leadership role, hybrid working options
  • Viaduct location, perm opportunity, awesome team
We know that it is our people that make the difference, so be a key part of a team that keeps Auckland moving.
6d ago
Listed three hours ago

This is a Full time job

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Staff benefits & excellent work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
  • Career progression opportunities and secure employment
  • Be part of an organisation that values Hawke's Bay's environment
Are you ready to bring your local government experience to the table, excel under pressure, and balance strategic thinking with attention to detail?
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Listed six days ago

This is a Full time job

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Permanent and fixed term (February 2026) opportunities available
  • Policy with real-world impact, ensuring whenua, arawai and moana are protected
  • Partnering with Māori and/or working on legislative reforms
Exciting work programme to contribute to real change for Aotearoa New Zealand working on large legislative reforms
6d ago
Listed six days ago

This is a Full time job

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Permanent and fixed term (February 2026) opportunities available
  • Policy with real-world impact, ensuring whenua, arawai and moana are protected
  • Partnering with Māori and/or working on legislative reforms
Exciting work programme to contribute to real change for Aotearoa New Zealand working on large legislative reforms
6d ago
Listed eight hours ago

This is a Full time job

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Join a dynamic and community minded team and make a difference
  • On-going development and internal movement opportunities
  • A workplace that supports work life balance, health and wellbeing
Ensure that Waitomo District Council provides an effective and efficient roading activity to the public and meets service demands and community needs!
8h ago
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Listed six days ago

This is a Full time job

Salary midpoint of $180,896
subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Permanent | Full time | Ideally Wellington based
  • Senior Leadership role | WFH Flexibility | 4.8 weeks leave
  • Salary midpoint of $180,896, actual salary dependent on your experience
Kia hiwa rā! Kia hiwa ra! Nau mai haere mai ki Te Aho o Te Kahu. Join us as our Tākai Aronui | Chief Advisor Māori and lead transformative strategies
6d ago
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Listed five days ago

This is a Contract/Temp job

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Contribute to safe and secure skies, for New Zealand
  • 12-month fixed term contract covering parental leave
  • Auckland Airport location
The Scheduler performs short-term planning for all six airports that the Aviation Security Service operates from within New Zealand.
5d ago
Listed five days ago

This is a Full time job

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government
classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)
  • Join a highly motivated and supportive team making a difference in our community
  • On-going development and internal movement opportunities
  • A workplace that supports flexibility, health and wellbeing
Process building consent applications and carry out inspections to ensure we meet our obligations under the Building Act and relevant legislation
5d ago
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