Ministerial Advisor

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 Minister's 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 Minister's portfolio responsibilities.

You will manage the Ministerial office relationship with the Coalition and support party spokespeople and work with the Prime Minister's 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.

You'll 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.

We're committed to making New Zealand better for New Zealanders — and we're 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 :

This indicates whether you are eligible to work in this role.

Applications 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

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