• Join an exciting work programme and contribute to real change for Aotearoa
• Grow your skills across a range of legislation and regulatory systems

HE PUKENGA TOU - SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Cabinet, Parliamentary and legislative processes and the functions of central agencies and reporting requirements,
• A minimum of two years’ experience working within a policy environment,
• Experience working on Maori-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 expected appointed salary for this role is $82,000 - $95,000 depending on experience

OUR KIA TOIPOTO INTENTIONS - PUBLIC SERVICE GENDER, MAORI, PACIFIC AND ETHNIC PAY GAP ACTION PLAN

Toitu Te Whenua is a diverse team of individuals with different experience and perspectives. This drives our culture and high performance. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don’t apply for roles if they’re not a 100% match, but we’re not looking for perfection, we’re looking for potential. As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value difference and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. As an organisation we embrace diversity, encourage work life balance and have a flexible approach to the way we work which means you will quickly feel connected and valued.

KORERO MO TE TURANGA - ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Policy Advisor, you will have the opportunity to create and contribute to high-quality policy advice that aligns with government priorities and Toitu Te Whenua - LINZ outcome areas. You will also engage in various policy projects and collaborate with central and local government on policy reforms.
This role offers a chance to apply your skills across diverse policy areas within a legislative reform programme. Our close-knit policy group works on a broad range of issues, providing opportunities to develop knowledge and skills in new areas.
This 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 Maori 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.
Come and join us, we are ready for you now!

YOU MAY NOTICE THAT THE POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE FOR THIS ROLE (ADVISOR - TAHI/1 & LEVEL RUA/2 DOESN’T MATCH THE ADVERTISED TITLE. AT TOITU TE WHENUA WE DESIGN OUR ROLES AROUND SHARED CAPABILITIES (RATHER THAN FOCUSING ON TASKS). THIS MEANS OUR POSITION DESCRIPTIONS ARE BROAD, ONE POSITION DESCRIPTION CAN COVER MANY ROLES, THIS IS KNOWN AS BROAD BASED ROLE (BBR). USING BBR ALLOWS US TO BE RESPONSIVE TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND TO STRENGTHEN THE CONNECTIONS ACROSS OUR ORGANISATION. IT ALSO GIVES US THE FLEXIBILITY TO PROVIDE WIDER OPPORTUNITIES TO OUR PEOPLE, TO FURTHER THEIR CAREERS.

If you have any questions about this role or working at Toitu Te Whenua, please email opportunities@linz.govt.nz and our Recruitment Team will be in touch with you