Ministerial Advisor (Expression of Interest)

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 99,025 - 141,915; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking expressions of interest for the Ministerial Advisor role, based in Wellington. This ongoing opportunity will include current and future vacancies aligned with the Parliamentary term.

Key responsibilities entail providing high-quality advice, coordinating briefings, and supporting Ministerial priorities. Strong analytical skills and political awareness are essential for candidates to navigate this dynamic role effectively.

Salary ranges from $99,025 to $141,915 per annum, with applicants required to be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

Qualifications

• The ability to translate complex policy into clear advice.
• Experience working with Government processes and agencies is desirable.
• Demonstrable ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, politically sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality advice and analysis across the Minister's portfolio.
• Review and coordinate briefings, Cabinet papers, and policy proposals.
• Liaise with agencies, senior officials, and stakeholders.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and emerging issues.
• Support the development and delivery of Ministerial priorities.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Clear communication skills

Political awareness

Ability to manage competing priorities

Job description

Ministerial Resourcing are seeking expressions of interest for the Ministerial Advisor role, across Ministerial Offices. This is an ongoing expression of interest. Applications will be reviewed as vacancies arise, both current and future, including fixed-term, roving, acting and events-based opportunities aligned with the Parliamentary term.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality advice and analysis across the Minister's portfolio
• Review and coordinate briefings, Cabinet papers, and policy proposals
• Liaise with agencies, senior officials, and stakeholders
• Identify risks, opportunities, and emerging issues
• Support the development and delivery of Ministerial priorities
• Contribute to the coordination and workflow of the Minister's office

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to translate complex policy into clear advice
• Political awareness and sound judgement
• Experience working with Government processes and agencies (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skillslis
• Ability to manage competing priorities and tight timeframes
• Demonstrable ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, politically sensitive environment

Role Details

• Type: Events-based (aligned with the 3-year parliamentary term)
• Location: Wellington
• Salary Band: $99,025 - $141,915 per annum (based on skills, experience, and internal parity)
• Eligibility: Applicants must be New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents and able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance at CONFIDENTIAL or above. Please assess your eligibility using the Protective Security Requirements tool.