Senior Advisor Road Policing Investment

• An opportunity to be part of a passionate and motivated team charged with the preparation and delivery of the Road Policing Investment Programme and activities to support that programme.  

• Leads work to meet NZTA's statutory obligations under the Land Transport Management Act 

• Works in partnership with Police to fulfil these obligations and also supports engagement between a range of other business groups across the agencies

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity  

The purpose of the Senior Advisor is to lead performance monitoring, planning and reporting against the Road Policing Investment Programme (RPIP). The role includes working with NZ Police to prepare the programme and contributes to reporting requirements including to Ministers (Transport and NZ Police) and to governance forums. It provides qualitative and quantitative data to meet those requirements. 

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $109,408 - $121,564 commensurate to skills and experience.

View the position description here.

 
Ko koe tēnei | About you  

To be successful in this role, you will bring: 

• Highly effective written and oral presentation and communication, and advocacy skills

• Effective influencing, networking, and interpersonal skills

• Experience adapting working and communication style appropriately for different audiences and channels

• Experience providing operational advice to wide range of audiences, to translate principles into action/application

Ko wai mātou | About us  

System Policy develops, influences and delivers policy advice to solve issues and improve the land transport system. We: 

• Inform and influence central government agencies to develop quality policy advice to Government 

• Advise NZTA decision-makers on key policy shifts and implications 

• Support and/or lead the development of legislative solutions and improvements 

• Partner with the Ministry of Transport, teams within NZTA and stakeholders to ensure the land transport system is fit-for-purpose 

 
He aha te take e uru ai koe ki a mātou? | So, why join us? 

Our people are proud to be part of creating a better New Zealand. We’re searching for candidates who share our passion for people, communities, and the environment—and who are ready to contribute their unique skills to shape a better future.    

At NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. We want you to feel like you belong here - valued, respected, and empowered to bring your whole self to work.   

From five weeks annual leave through to Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for our permanent employees – you will be well looked after here. Our benefits are designed to support our people and provide a happy, healthy and high-performing environment. We take a principle-based approach to flexibility that enables our people and their People Leaders to discuss and agree the arrangements that work best for the individual, the team, and the organisation. And whether it’s on-the-job experience, signing up to a course, coaching opportunities, or secondments to other roles within NZTA – you can build a varied and successful career with us and grow your potential.    

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:  

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.