Senior Advisor, Strategic Crisis & Readiness

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in Wellington is recruiting a Senior Advisor for Strategic Crisis Management. The role centres on critical analysis, risk identification, and advising senior officials to strengthen the government's crisis preparation and response capabilities.

You will work across agencies within the ODESC framework, lead analytical efforts during activations, and support governance processes while contributing to national resilience and policy development.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to think critically and strategically to identify emerging risks and inform senior decision-makers.
• Experience in strategic advisory, policy, or operational roles within the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide thought leadership and analytical advice during crisis activations to coordinate agency responses.
• Contribute to the 24/7 duty roster by delivering timely advice and coordination support.
• Design and deliver national Exercise Programme activities to strengthen crisis preparedness.
• Build and maintain cross-government relationships with agencies, local government, and international partners.
• Produce high-quality, concise reports, briefings, and responses for Ministers and senior officials.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Critical analysis

Policy experience

Cross-government collaboration

Clear communication

Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Handling sensitive information

Job description

The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in Wellington is recruiting a Senior Advisor for Strategic Crisis Management. The role centres on critical analysis, risk identification, and advising senior officials to strengthen the government's crisis preparation and response capabilities.

You will work across agencies within the ODESC framework, lead analytical efforts during activations, and support governance processes while contributing to national resilience and policy development.