Policy Adviser

Vacancy 2025/12

Pou Tohu Kaupapa Here | Policy Adviser

Te Aka | Policy, Performance & Insights Group

Fixed term/Fulltime

Wellington

Salary Range $84,851 - $104,585

Ki te puāwai te ahurea, Ka ora te iwi
Culture is thriving, the people are well

Due to a period of parental leave, we are seeking a Policy Adviser for our Arts & Heritage Policy team on a fixed term or secondment basis until 6 March 2026.

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role  
In this role you will draw on your knowledge and experience of public policy processes to advise Ministers on arts and heritage policy issues.  There will be opportunities to contribute and work on interesting policy issues that require balancing of economic, cultural and social outcomes, and engagement with people from across our cultural and creative system.   

This role will provide you with experiences, variety and opportunities that will enhance your career.  Our work spans the range of policy levers, including regulatory, funding and system-level policy and offers plenty of room and support for development and growth.  We work collaboratively across other agencies and with a wide range of stakeholders. 

Mōu anō | About you
We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who can hit the ground running, think strategically, work through ambiguity and manage relationships.  In return we offer an inclusive Ministry, working at pace on varied work that provides ample opportunities for learning and growth.

 Ideally you will have:

• Relevant experience providing policy analysis and advice in the public sector at a policy advisor level


• analytical and research skills


• Some experience advancing Māori perspectives in policy


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Effective relationship management skills


• An ability to provide quality advice under tight timeframes

Please download a copy of the full Position Description by clicking here

Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the competencies listed in the position description

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply.

For more information about the role and how to apply, please follow the online process on our Careers Website.

Applications close 5pm on Sunday 7 September  2025

For enquiries about this position contact Mata Moke  [email protected]

Āheinga | Eligibility
If you are not a New Zealand citizen, you must hold current eligibility to work in New Zealand and for Manatū Taonga in order to work for Manatū Taonga. Please refer to the New Zealand Immigration Service for further information