Strategic Communications & Policy Adviser (Fixed-Term)

Ministry for Primary Industries; Wellington; On-site; NZD 103,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Wellness payment

Additional MPI leave days

Bi-annual eye test reimbursement

Job summary

Ministry for Primary Industries in Wellington is seeking a Senior Adviser for a fixed-term position ending 30 April 2027. You will coordinate and manage key official documents, briefings and reporting while providing high‑quality advice to aid strategy execution.

The role requires strong drafting, proofreading and analysis skills, effective engagement with senior leaders and the Minister's office, and the ability to read organisational context to support decision-making and accountability across

Qualifications

• Strong drafting, proofreading and analysis skills for official documents.
• Ability to engage effectively with senior leaders and Minister's office.
• Confidence collaborating across teams and providing clarity.
• Thorough understanding of strategic project reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assuring the quality of briefings, replies, and correspondence.
• Tracking, reviewing, and coordinating key NZFS documents.
• Leading Annual Review and Estimates coordination.
• Collating weekly and monthly reporting for the Minister.
• Supporting the DDG with timely, accurate information on strategic initiatives.

Skills

Drafting

Proofreading

Analysis

Engagement with senior leaders

Communications

Education

Tertiary qualification or equivalent capability

Job description

Ministry for Primary Industries in Wellington is seeking a Senior Adviser for a fixed-term position ending 30 April 2027. You will coordinate and manage key official documents, briefings and reporting while providing high‑quality advice to aid strategy execution.

The role requires strong drafting, proofreading and analysis skills, effective engagement with senior leaders and the Minister's office, and the ability to read organisational context to support decision-making and accountability across