Senior Advisor - Policy and Advocacy (12 month fixed term) Published: 23/10/2024 Job Location: Wellington/New Zealand Job Type: Fixed Term Work Type: Full Time Category: CEO & General Management Income: Upto $120,000 About us | Mo matou Kia ora! We're Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau, the membership and regulatory organisation. Our culture is supportive and flexible and our mahi is transformative. We empower our kaimahi to bring their best because that's when we're at our best. We are one team, stronger working together as a collective | He tira kotahi tatou, he hoehoe tahi, he tu tahi. What we do and why we do it | Te putake o a matou mahi We bring engineering to life to engineer better lives for New Zealanders. Our mahi supports, connects and uplifts the engineering community, drives and celebrates engineering excellence and champions change that matters. Our ambitions are for the engineering profession to be connected, leading, professional and thriving. About the role | Mo te turanga mahi Engineering New Zealand is seeking a highly motivated and experienced policy professional to join us in our Wellington based office. In this pivotal role you'll help shape and drive our advocacy work to positively influence the key public issues in New Zealand. By being at the forefront of these conversations, we aim to ensure that engineering perspectives are well-represented and impactful. Working closely with our technical experts and other external partners, you will contribute to the development of policy positions and advocacy approaches. Your focus will be on opportunities that: Significantly impact the engineering profession or its disciplines. Address public issues where we can add value from an engineering perspective. Who we're looking for | Ta matou e kimi nei We are looking for a strategic thinker with a strong background in policy development and advocacy. Your success will hinge on your ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders. You are highly organized, adaptable, and excel in a fast-paced environment where you can work both independently and proactively. Your skillset will include: A bachelor's degree in public policy, or a related field, with a preference for candidates holding a postgraduate qualification. At least 5 years of experience in policy development, or a related role, preferably in the infrastructure sector. Proven expertise in policy development, written and verbal communication, stakeholder engagement, and understanding government decision-making processes. Demonstrated strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities, including a track record of developing innovative solutions for complex challenges. Experience in working with engineers or engineering disciplines would be valuable, along with having existing government and industry networks. We want to hear from you if you think you can bring value to the role, not because you tick every box. We want to hear about your ideas, experience and what you'll bring to deliver on our ambitions. Working here/what you can expect | Nga mahi kei mua i a koe We're purpose driven, values led and committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace. We know we do better work if we have a diverse mix of people on our team, because engineering is for everyone and so is life at Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau. From home office seclusion, to life in the office and everywhere in between, you'll have access to the tools, resources, collaborators, professional development, and organisational support you need to do your best work. We offer a social, supportive and aspirational work culture. Your mental health and work-life balance are paramount to us. While this role would suit an office-based worker, some hybrid working is available. We can offer you | Ta matou e tuku ai ki a koe Commitment to flexibility Unlimited wellbeing leave and 5 weeks annual leave. A professional development budget to support your aspirations. Wellbeing initiatives which include free flu shots, confidential counselling, an organisation-funded social club and subsidised onsite massages. Opportunities to get involved in values-driven internal initiatives, such as our neurodiversity initiative, waiata practice, rainbow community, and te reo Maori learning. A team of dedicated colleagues who live by our values – Integrity | Te Tu Rangatira, Service | Te Ngakau Awhina, Cooperation | Mahi Tahi, Bravery | Te Toa. Bright, open and modern workspace that's whanau friendly and close to the waterfront. Accessible and gender neutral wharepaku. Please let us know if there's anything we can do to remove barriers or support you to bring your best during the recruitment process. Please visit our careers page for a full Position Description - close on 6 November 2024 . All applications will be acknowledged electronically and may be reviewed prior to closing date. Only people with the right to work in Aotearoa may apply for this position. How to Apply: Fill out the application form below. Click green button - Apply Now - to submit application. If the green button says - Continue Application Next Page - please ensure you complete the form on the next screen to complete your application. Important: Double check your email is entered correctly. Application updates are sent from Chilli Factor recruitment software. Please check your inbox (and junkmail) for application updates. Recruitment team may text message your mobile number to update you on your job application. Text response to us costs your normal text price. Option to use Txt Free Reply. #J-18808-Ljbffr