Senior Implementation Advisor — Flexible Work & Policy Impact

Taituarā; Napier; On-site; NZD 105,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

5 weeks annual leave

Life insurance

Eye care subsidies

Well-being initiatives

Professional development

Job summary

The Hawke's Bay Regional Council is seeking a Senior Implementation Advisor to join the Implementation Team within the Policy and Regulation Group in Napier. This permanent, full-time role involves providing professional advice to support the implementation of national and regional policy and regulatory requirements, and building relationships with stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

You will lead and contribute to cross-council projects, representing the Council on national working groups and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in resource management, public policy or related field.
• 5–7 years’ experience in a regulatory or policy role.
• Proven experience managing projects and implementing complex statutory processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage at all levels.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice to support the implementation of national and regional policy and regulatory requirements.
• Lead internal working groups and project teams, providing technical input for efficient implementation.
• Represent the Council on national working groups and collaborate with government agencies, territorial authorities and regional councils.
• Support cross-council teams involved in implementing statutory processes under the Spatial Planning Act and Natural Environment Act.

Skills

Relationship management

Project management

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in resource management or public policy

Job description

The Hawke's Bay Regional Council is seeking a Senior Implementation Advisor to join the Implementation Team within the Policy and Regulation Group in Napier. This permanent, full-time role involves providing professional advice to support the implementation of national and regional policy and regulatory requirements, and building relationships with stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

You will lead and contribute to cross-council projects, representing the Council on national working groups and