Senior Policy Architect — Legislation & Regulation

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Paraparaumu; On-site; NZD 138,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Wellbeing support

Competitive salaries and development

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki–Ministry for Children is seeking a Principal Policy Advisor to lead and contribute to significant legislative and regulatory changes in Wellington. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with flexible work options and a strong focus on wellbeing.

You will bring extensive experience in policy development, deep knowledge of legislative processes, and the ability to build influential relationships across Māori, Pacific and disability communities to shape evidence-based

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading the development of complex policy advice, particularly in a legislative or regulatory context.
• Deep knowledge of legislative and machinery of government processes is essential.
• Expert analytical, critical policy thinking and communication skills and ability to produce quality policy work quickly.
• Build genuine and enduring relationships with influence in multiple settings to advance the policy agenda.
• Lead and coach others, while being a compassionate and collaborative team member.
• Understanding the circumstances and issues facing Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled and other key populations we work with.
• Be enthusiastic with a can-do attitude.
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Wellington-based at the National Office

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to significant, complex legislative and regulatory change.
• Policy work across youth justice and care and protection systems.
• Collaborate with partners to shape evidence-based policy and translate insights into policy decisions.
• Provide strategic policy advice to senior leaders and frontline teams.

Skills

Policy development

Legislative processes

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership coaching

Māori & Pacific understanding

Can-do attitude

Education

Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline

Job description

Oranga Tamariki–Ministry for Children is seeking a Principal Policy Advisor to lead and contribute to significant legislative and regulatory changes in Wellington. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with flexible work options and a strong focus on wellbeing.

You will bring extensive experience in policy development, deep knowledge of legislative processes, and the ability to build influential relationships across Māori, Pacific and disability communities to shape evidence-based