Strategic Development Policy Lead — Vanuatu

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Job summary

New Zealand Government Joba is seeking a Senior Policy Adviser for a fixed-term role based in Wellington to lead NZ’s development partnership with Vanuatu. You will shape strategy, oversee delivery, and work across MFAT and partner agencies to advance NZ's foreign and development objectives.

You will liaise with the High Commission in Port Vila and monitor complex policy issues. The role requires strong leadership in programme management, international policy experience and the ability to

Qualifications

• Experience leading development programmes or portfolios with strategic planning and risk management.
• Experience in international development policy and programme design.
• Ability to provide high‑quality strategic policy advice and influence decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design and delivery of development outcomes in Vanuatu.
• Coordinate engagement across NZ Government departments and organisations.
• Contribute to MFAT policy work and ministerial briefings.

Skills

Programme leadership

Development policy

Policy advice

Stakeholder engagement

Treaty familiarity

Job description

New Zealand Government Joba is seeking a Senior Policy Adviser for a fixed-term role based in Wellington to lead NZ’s development partnership with Vanuatu. You will shape strategy, oversee delivery, and work across MFAT and partner agencies to advance NZ's foreign and development objectives.

You will liaise with the High Commission in Port Vila and monitor complex policy issues. The role requires strong leadership in programme management, international policy experience and the ability to