Policy Advisor / Senior Policy Advisor at Land Information New Zealand, Canterbury
Join an exciting work programme and contribute to real change for Aotearoa
* Grow your skills across a range of legislation and regulatory systems
* We have a number of fixed term roles with a variety of durations available
We are looking for motivated policy practitioners who have experience working on large legislative reforms and/or partnering with Māori to enable our ambitious programme to support the government's plan.
As a Senior Policy Advisor, you will provide leadership on, and analytical rigour to, complex policy problems. You will utilise the range of tools in your kete to provide practical and evidence-based advice. You will have a minimum of 4-5 years of policy or related work experience and experience mentoring staff and facilitating collaboration.
As a Policy Advisor, you will have the opportunity to create, and contribute to the production of, high quality policy advice that supports government priorities and the Toitū Te Whenua LINZ outcome areas. You will also be able to contribute to a variety of policy projects and work collaboratively across central and local government on policy reforms.
Both roles will provide an opportunity to apply your skills to a diverse set of policy areas across a programme of legislative reform. We are a close-knit policy group that works across a broad range of policy issues, and this role also provides an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in new areas.
These policy roles sit within the Strategy, Policy and Ministerial function that is responsible for driving our overall strategic direction and delivering on our policy work programme. Our three policy teams work collaboratively, so in addition to policy projects, you will get the opportunity to work alongside colleagues in strategy, regulatory stewardship, and research.
We have an exciting work programme that provides an opportunity to contribute to real change for Aotearoa New Zealand. Our work is delivered across four key pillars – Overseas Investment, Property Rights, Geographic and Property Information, and Māori and Crown Land. We are responsible for 15 pieces of legislation including the Public Works Act, the Crown Pastoral Land Act, the Land Transfer Act, and the Ratings Valuation Act. LINZ is also the regulator of the Overseas Investment regime.
Minimum Requirements:
* A minimum of two years' experience working within a policy environment.
* Experience working on Māori-Crown policy issues desirable.
* Confident working alongside subject matter experts internally and externally.
* An academic background that demonstrates that you are a critical thinker.
* Initiative, curiosity, flexibility, and openness.
* Able to communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly.
* Work collaboratively with other team members and stakeholders.
The annual salary range for the Policy Advisor role depending on experience is $82,000 - $95,000.
The annual salary range for the Senior Policy Advisor role depending on experience is $105,000 - $123,000.
Toitū Te Whenua plays a vital role in understanding, developing, and caring for New Zealand's whenua, moana and arawai (land, sea and waterways). Whether you're developing our products and services to support our customers, managing the Crown estate, engaging with our iwi partners, or helping us be an effective regulator, your contribution can make a difference.
How to Apply:
If you're eyeing up this role and believe you've got what it takes, please apply, or get in touch with the team.
To apply, please click “Apply Online.” You'll be taken through to our Toitū Te Whenua Careers Centre where you'll be able to review further information about the responsibilities and accountabilities of this role in the Position Description. You'll be able to complete your online application form and upload a copy of your CV/Cover Letter.
Please note, while applications close Sunday 13 October 2024, we may be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.
For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our online process. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position.
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