The location for this role is flexible which means you can work anywhere in New Zealand and there is an option to work from home. As a flexible friendly employer, we are happy to discuss solutions that may work for you and the business. We value and care about enabling our people to work in a way that means they can work at their best. This team is responsible for the following: Policy work on hazardous substances and new organisms Negotiation and implementation of chemical and waste international agreements Contaminated land policy The key purpose of this role is to support the development of analysis and advice on a range of hazardous substances, new organisms and contaminated land policy issues. You will be exposed to a wide range of policy issues through applying transferable, core skills. In addition, you will take responsibility for quality assurance of papers and policy advice, including Ministerials and OIA requests you produce or contribute to. Demonstrated experience managing the implementation of complex policy projects and programmes, managing risks and business analysis. An ability to set priorities and to achieve deadlines and project and programme outputs. Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal. Salary range for this role is $79,598 to $96,372 pa. Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience. Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter. Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role. We embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to equal opportunities. What's important to us is 'he rau kotahi tangata' – embracing our multiple talents – by harnessing our diversity and being inclusive. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified and recognise the diversity and uniqueness of our workforce and reaffirm our commitment to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. We want to ensure accessibility needs are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all. Therefore, please let us know if there is any support we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is fully accessible to you. You can contact us at if you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have. #J-18808-Ljbffr