Salary :
$100,359 - 124,891 yearly
6 MonthFixed Term (March 2026)
About Us | Mō mātou
The Regulatory and Identity Services (RIS) Taituarā branch shapes systems and services that touch almost every New Zealander. Our diverse, nationwide and international team works at the intersection of innovation and integrity, with a strong commitment to cultural responsibility and authentic engagement with Māori and Pasifika communities.
Within RIS, the Engagement, Data and Innovation (EDI) group develops new products, services and operational policy to advance RIS Branch priorities. Our Data & Insights teams utilise our data and analytics expertise to inform operational and policy decisions and risk-based regulation, while owning our key regulatory systems.
The role | Te tūnga
This is a key senior role within a high-performing team, responsible for leading strategic engagement and sector education initiatives that increase awareness, influence behaviour change, and support compliance across our regulatory systems.
As a trusted advisor, you will develop and deliver engagement strategies that connect regulatory priorities with the needs of diverse stakeholder groups. You will bring a customer-centred perspective to complex issues, providing expert advice on how to effectively engage, inform, and influence audiences to achieve meaningful outcomes.
You will lead the development of clear, compelling, and accessible communications and engagement products across a range of channels. This includes translating complex information into targeted written, verbal, and visual content that meets the needs of different audiences and supports informed decision-making.
What you bring | Nōu te rourou
For you | Mōu
At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.
To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/
Benefits - About Internal Affairs - Careers with us - Benefits - dia.govt.nz
The appointing range for this role is $100,359 - $124,891.
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How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.
We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please let us know if there is any support, we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.
Applications for this role close at 5pm, Monday 17 August 2026. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.
If you have any questions, please email Melisa Webster - [email protected]
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