Adviser Policy at Ministry for Culture & Heritage

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

104585.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Analytical Skills, Research Skills, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking, Time Management, Te Tiriti o Waitangi Principles

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Vacancy 2025/25 Pou Tohu Kaupapa Here | Adviser Policy [PN0341] Permanent, Full time Te Aka | Policy, Performance & Insights Group Wellington Salary Range $84,851 - $104,585 Ki te puāwai te ahurea, Ka ora te iwi Culture is thriving, the people are well We have an exciting opportunity for an early in career policy professional to join our Media & Screen Policy team. This is a permanent position, reporting to the Manager Policy, Media & Screen. Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role In this role you will draw on your knowledge and experience of public policy processes to advise Ministers on a range of policy issues impacting on the media and screen sectors. Our work spans the range of policy levers, including regulatory, funding and system-level policy, and interesting issues that require balancing of economic, cultural, and social outcomes. This includes advising on matters such as investment in local content that New Zealanders access on our screens, radios and other devices, growing our creative and cultural exports, and stewardship of broadcasting legislation and public media outcomes. This role offers plenty of room and support for development and growth, including opportunities to work collaboratively with other agencies and a wide range of stakeholders. Mōu anō | About you We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who can hit the ground running, think strategically, work through ambiguity and manage relationships. In exchange, this role will provide you with experiences, variety and opportunities that will enhance your career. Ideally you will have: Relevant experience providing policy analysis and advice in the public sector at an advisor level Prior knowledge of media and screen sector issues is not required but would be valuable Analytical and research skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Effective relationship management skills An ability to provide quality advice under tight timeframes Some understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and application of these in public policy and partnership with Māori To learn more about Manatū Taonga | Ministry for Culture & Heritage please explore our Corporate Website (mch.govt.nz) Please download a copy of the full Position Description by clicking here Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the competencies listed in the position description Me pēhea te tono | How to apply For more information about the role and how to apply, please follow the online process on our Careers Website For enquiries about this position contact Mata Moke mata.moke@mch.govt.nz Applications close 5.00pm on Sunday 19 October 2025 Āheinga | Eligibility If you are not a New Zealand citizen, you must hold current eligibility to work in New Zealand and for Manatū Taonga. Please refer to the New Zealand Immigration Service for further information

Responsibilities

Advise Ministers on policy issues impacting the media and screen sectors. Work on regulatory, funding, and system-level policy while balancing economic, cultural, and social outcomes.