Senior Policy Adviser - Resilience & Security at Ministry of Transport, Wellington - Wairarapa Team and Group: Resilience & Security, Policy
Position Type: Permanent, Full Time (38 hours per week)
Location: Wellington CBD office (Queens Wharf) / 2x flexible WFH days per week
Salary: $108,126 – $122,673 per annum (+ KiwiSaver)
Supportive and friendly work environmentSmall, agile and performance focused government agencyGain exposure across the organisationAbout the Ministry of Transport | He kupu mo matou Te Manatu Waka The Ministry of Transport, Te Manatu Waka is the system leader for the transport sector whether it's on land, at sea, in the air, or connecting Aotearoa to the world. We work in partnership with a number of transport agencies to help keep the transport system moving and are the government's principal adviser on transport policy, regulation and investment. We play a crucial role in ensuring the transport system is working to improve the prosperity for New Zealanders.
At the Ministry of Transport, we pride ourselves on being a small, agile, and friendly Ministry, which maintains a culture that is collaborative, bold, and invested. We have approximately 230 staff across our Wellington and Auckland offices.
About the opportunity | Nga whakamarama mo te tunga Led by a supportive and encouraging Manager, our Resilience and Security Team is made up of 13 Advisers across all levels. They specialise in policy, emergency management, Pacific engagement and maritime security.
We are looking for an experienced policy professional to join our friendly and high performing Resilience and Security team. You will use your previous policy experience to deliver on complex policy issues through team collaboration. You will have the opportunity to not only work on resilience and security policy across all transport modes but also be exposed to all areas of the ministry.
Based on the work or support that may be required, this position is Wellington based only.
What you'll bring | Te wahi ki a koe Experience in a similar role providing complex policy advice in a government organisationAbility to work under pressure, set priorities and manage tight timelinesProven written and verbal communication, with strong influencing skillsProven experience of end-to-end delivery of large policy projects/programmesRelevant tertiary qualification examples include but are not limited to public policy, social sciences and international relationsThe ability to gain a Top Secret clearance is mandatory.We are open to experienced, high performing Policy Advisers who are looking to progress into a Senior Policy Adviser position and take the opportunity to develop their skills and take on some new challenges.
What we offer | Te wahi ki a matou Supportive, flexible work environment and individual development plansLaptop, mobile and work from home IT equipmentModern offices located right on the wharf with collaborative working spaces, showers, storage for bicycles/scooters and personal lockersA range of employee networksHow to apply | Me pehea te tono mai To view the job description, or apply online, click Apply. Please include a CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience.
To apply for this role, you must have the right to live and work in New Zealand. You will need to be based in Wellington or ready to relocate. Other locations will not be considered.
We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, orientations, and identities. We aim to create a workplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, and supported.
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