Ministerial Advisor
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Ministerial Advisor to provide strategic political and operational advice across a range of portfolios. This role supports a Ministers office offering advisory expertise to ensure the smooth delivery of Government priorities.
A natural relationship builder you will develop and maintain strong working relationships with caucus coalition and support parties in order to facilitate progress of policy and legislation within the Ministers portfolio responsibilities. You will manage the Ministerial office relationship with the Coalition and support party spokespeople and work with the Prime Ministers office on consultation matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-level advice on legislative policy and parliamentary matters.
- Liaise with caucus coalition and support parties to facilitate policy and legislative progress.
- Monitor select committee activity and advise on implications for Government.
- Identify and manage political risks operating on a no surprises basis.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with Government objectives.
- Mentor junior advisors and contribute to capability building across the precinct.
Ideal Candidate
- Experience in Government advisory or political strategy roles.
- Understanding of parliamentary processes and legislative frameworks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion and political acumen.
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capability
Why Join Us
This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the workings of Executive Government. Youll be employed by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) and supported by the Ministerial Resourcing team who ensure Ministers offices are staffed with skilled professionals.
Were committed to making New Zealand better for New Zealanders and were looking for someone who shares that purpose.
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Interested Apply today!
Please note applicants must be permanent residents or NZ Citizens and are required to obtain and maintain a national security clearance at a Top-Secret level. Please assess your eligibility status using the Protective Security Requirements tool found here: close 19 September 2025 however we will be assessing and interviewing suitable applicants throughout this period early applications are encouraged. For more information please contact
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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About Company
At the Department of Internal Affairs, the work we do makes New Zealand a better place for those born here, and those new New Zealanders who have chosen to call this country home.
