Intermediate and Senior Policy Advisor opportunities

Are you an experienced policy practitioner who enjoys working on a diverse range of complex policy problems?

The Policy team at Kāpiti Coast District Council is looking for keen problem solvers with a passion for crafting high-quality, evidence-based policy advice.

We want people with finely-honed technical policy skills that are ready to jump into a busy and varied work programme that is of high interest to our elected officials.

Strengths in influencing, communication and relationship management are important to us, as our work programme is delivered collaboratively with our colleagues across council.

We are currently seeking a Senior Policy Advisor (full-time, permanent), as well as an intermediate Policy Advisor (fixed-term, twelve months - maternity leave cover).

Skills and experience:

Ability to scope, undertake, and manage complex policy projects that deliver on strategic and organisational priorities

Demonstrated understanding and experience of policy development methodologies and tools

Ability to translate analytical findings into compelling advice that clearly identifies the issue, provides options, and makes clear, evidence-based recommendations

Ability to effectively influence, gaining the trust and confidence of others, including demonstrated professional ability to relate to a wide range of people with differing levels of experience and understanding within and outside the organisation

A relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent, with at least six years' experience in a similar or related role for senior advisor, or four years' for intermediate advisor

Regulatory-focused policy experience is an advantage, but not required

Please find the job description for Senior Policy Advisor here: https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/768214_JobDesc.pdf

Please find the job description for the Policy Advisor here: https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/768214_JobDesc.pdf

About us

Beautiful beaches and a short journey to or from Wellington make the Kāpiti Coast a great place to live and work.

Working for the Kāpiti Coast District Council means being part of a caring, dynamic and effective customer-focused team who makes a positive difference in the community we serve.

To find out more about our vision and direction, go to our website: https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/our-district/our-vision-and-direction/

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Angela Bell, Chief Advisor, Strategy and Growth on 04 296 4700 or free phone 0800 486 486.

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