Policy Manager

Aquatic Network; Nelson; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aquaculture organization in Nelson is seeking a skilled Policy Manager to steer policy and planning efforts. The role involves managing submissions and engaging with various stakeholders, including Government and communities. The ideal candidate will have outstanding communication skills and at least three years' experience in policy and planning. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a sustainable aquaculture industry in New Zealand. Apply with your CV to join this impactful team.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of policy and planning experience.
• Experience with integrated plans and policies.
• Ability to work with stakeholders including Government and Iwi.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage policy and planning submissions.
• Engage with Government, councils, environmental groups, and communities.
• Promote integrated plans and policies that adapt to climate change.

Skills

Outstanding communication capabilities

Flexibility and agility in policy

Experience in aquaculture

Knowledge of national or regional planning

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Policy Manager

Resource Management Law Association Nelson, New Zealand

Aquaculture New Zealand is the national representative body of the country’s Greenshell Mussel, King Salmon, and Pacific Oyster farmers. The New Zealand aquaculture industry is one of the most efficient and sustainable forms of protein production on the planet. Our marine farmers produce the world’s best seafood, and our premium products are in demand in over 80 countries. Our industry is still in its infancy but already employs over 3000 Kiwis and is the lifeblood of regional towns.

With tremendous potential to grow Aquaculture as New Zealand’s low-emissions primary industry of the future, we are looking for a policy and planning professional to help unlock the potential for this industry, our communities, and New Zealand by joining our small team of specialised staff who are dedicated to this cause.

The Opportunity

An outstanding opportunity now exists for an experienced professional to steer the industry’s planning and policy efforts with strategic advice and expertise.

As Policy Manager, you will implement and manage all AQNZ policy and planning submissions and engage with Government, councils, Iwi, environmental groups, and communities to promote integrated plans and policies.

You will demonstrate flexibility and agility with policies and plans that can adapt to climate change and enable a new generation of opportunities, smart farming and transformational growth that is good for all stakeholders, including Māori and communities.

This is a terrific opportunity for an experienced policy and planning exponent with outstanding communication capabilities. Previous experience in aquaculture, national or regional planning and policy matters is desirable, as is similar experience in other sectors. A tertiary qualification or a minimum three years of policy and planning experience is required.

To Apply

Send your CV to:

Karen Morley
Aquaculture New Zealand
Level 1, Wakatu House
28 Montgomery Square
Nelson 7010

Phone: [phone]

www.aquaculture.org.nz

Remuneration will be commensurate to experience.

Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday, May 24, 2026