Policy Advisor – Influence NZ Policy (Flexible Hours)

Ministry of Justice - New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Online professional development portal

Inclusive networks

Job summary

Ministry of Justice New Zealand in Wellington seeks fixed-term Policy Advisors at Level 1 and Level 2 to support policy and legislation across the criminal justice system. These roles interface with government, social policy and the law, helping shape the framework that governs relationships between citizens and the state.

Level 1 suits early career policy professionals; Level 2 targets those with 12–18 months of policy experience.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification (Bachelor's minimum) or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Ability to produce accurate written work to a high standard.
• Experience in policy-focused roles or transferable experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to policy and legislation across the criminal justice system.
• Bridge interface between government, social policy and the law.
• Develop the framework that regulates relationships between citizens and the state.

Skills

Policy development

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ministry of Justice New Zealand in Wellington seeks fixed-term Policy Advisors at Level 1 and Level 2 to support policy and legislation across the criminal justice system. These roles interface with government, social policy and the law, helping shape the framework that governs relationships between citizens and the state.

Level 1 suits early career policy professionals; Level 2 targets those with 12–18 months of policy experience.