## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role
- Position Title :
- Policy Adviser
- Team and Group :
- Investment, Investment and Monitoring group
- Position Type :
- Permanent, Full Time (38 hours per week)
- Location :
- Wellington CBD office
- Salary :
- Band 14 - $70,413 + KiwiSaver Band 15 - $79,983 – $88,406 + KiwiSaver
- About the opportunity | Nga whakamarama mo te tunga
- The investment team works across the sector to influence how funding is invested, providing advice and maintaining oversight around the direction and performance of the transport investment system.
The role can be wide, ranging from leading the development of the annual transport budget, developing and managing the Government Policy Statement (GPS) on land transport, or providing advice on specific transport projects and investments.You will be comfortable working in a numeric environment and ideally have an interest or knowledge of assessment techniques such as cost benefit analysis.This is a great opportunity to develop your policy or investment experience, play a significant role in cross-agency priority initiatives, and deliver investment and strategic advice to key decision makers.As a professional in the Investment team, you'll work on projects that have a real impact on the lives of New Zealanders and speak to your work at Ministers' meetings and Select Committees.Key responsibilities may include :
Develop and maintain a good understanding of the principles and practices relating to transport policy and investmentPrepare policy and / or investment advice on transport issues including Cabinet papers and briefs for the relevant Ministers, and comment on papers prepared by other agenciesConduct research relevant to transportPrepare or contribute to ministerial speeches, media statements and responses to parliamentary questions, and draft replies to ministerial and department correspondenceIdentify and analyse issues and trends, opportunities and problems relating to transportDevelop policy and investment advice, as far as possible, from conceptual stage through to Cabinet decision and legislation and implementationSupport the passage of new legislation and its introduction in association with the Legal team.What you'll bring | Te wahi ki a koeYou may be a newly qualified graduate or, an up-and-coming adviser with some experience or interest in transport, investment or policy.As an adviser (band14) you will :
Understand of the importance of, and have some experience in, building and maintaining effective working relationships.Numerical ability – understand and be comfortable working in a numeric environment.Writing skills – be able to communicate effectively to diverse audiences.Analytical skills – have awareness of analytical frameworks, including both financial and non-financial concepts.As an adviser level 1 (band15) you will bring :
Experience in contributing to policy development.Experience in applying project management practices and principles.Experience in writing ministerial correspondence and briefings as well as interpreting legislation.Experience in building and maintaining effective working relationships.Proficient numerical ability, experience and demonstrated capability in applying financial analytical concepts.Proficient writing skills, experience and demonstrated capability in successfully communicating effectively to diverse audiences.Proficient analytical skills, experience and demonstrated capability in using analytical frameworks, including non-financial concepts.A relevant tertiary qualification is required.Salary range | Whanuitanga Utu a-TauThe base salary for the adviser (band14) is $70,413 + KiwiSaverThe base salary range for the adviser (band
15) is $79,983 - $88,406 + KiwiSaverThe salary offered will reflect the skills and experience you bring.
What we offer | Te wahi ki a matouThis role provides a lot of scope to be creative in how we address transport challenges.Your input will lead to outcomes that touch the daily lives of almost every New Zealander in some way.You'll be joining a small and agile Ministry and will be part of a collaborative team and a Ministry with strong values (Integrity, Excellence and Collaboration) as well as a culture where progression and development is encouraged and celebrated.Join us and be a part of our passionate team, shaping the future of transportation in New Zealand!
About the Ministry of Transport | He kupu mo matou Te Manatu WakaThe Ministry of Transport is an impartial, expert and trusted adviser to government, shaping transport for New Zealand.We work to deliver a well-functioning transport system that helps grow New Zealand's economy and productivity.
The Ministry's values are integrity, excellence, and collaboration.
How to apply | Me pehea te tono maiTo view the job description, or apply online, clickApplyPlease include a CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience.To apply for this role, you must have right to live and work in New Zealand.
You will need to be based in Wellington or ready to relocate.
Applications close midnight, Sunday 12 October 2025For further information please contact Kitty McCool, Recruitment Adviser at We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, orientations, and identities.We aim to have a Ministry that represents the wider Aotearoa that we serve.
We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, supported and a sense of belonging.For any support or accessibility needs during our recruitment process, please contact us at .
Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies to fill this vacancy and unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.| Location : | Wellington - Wairarapa |#J-18808-Ljbffr