Policy Lead — Emergency Management Strategy & Reform

Civil Defence Group; Wellington; On-site; NZD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Department leave

Wellbeing allowance

Vision allowances

Job summary

National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) seeks a Senior Advisor, Policy to influence policy reform shaping New Zealand's emergency management system. You will join the Strategic Policy Team to drive policy across the full cycle and advise Ministers, agencies, and partners.

You may lead major work programmes, including implementing the Emergency Management Act 2026 and developing the National Emergency Management Plan and Strategy. A dynamic, responsive environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Proven track record scoping and leading policy advice.
• Ability to think strategically about issues and future trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to policy work programmes for national reform.
• Provide advice to Ministers, senior leaders, and partners across the system.

Skills

Policy analysis

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Autonomy

Professionalism

Te Tiriti o Waitangi awareness

Emergency management knowledge

Education

Postgraduate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) seeks a Senior Advisor, Policy to influence policy reform shaping New Zealand's emergency management system. You will join the Strategic Policy Team to drive policy across the full cycle and advise Ministers, agencies, and partners.

You may lead major work programmes, including implementing the Emergency Management Act 2026 and developing the National Emergency Management Plan and Strategy. A dynamic, responsive environment awaits.