Specialist Adviser Market Accessat Ministry for Primary Industries - - Wellington

• Specialist Adviser Market AccessRole type: Permanent, Full
• timeLocation: Wellington General Salary Range
• Band D: $98,955 to $132,427 depending on skills and experience About the Role
• Kōrero mō te Tūranga The Specialist Adviser will support growth in New Zealand's primary sector exports by identifying and prioritising high-potential market access initiatives as part of the Bilateral Relations & Trade team.

You will tackle technical trade barriers, manage stakeholder relationships, and collaborate with overseas authorities to help drive export growth for primary sectors including dairy, meat, horticulture, and forestry.

The primary focus of the role will be on primary sector engagement with South Asia but may involve other markets.Balancing strategy and reactive problem-solving, you will work across areas of food safety and biosecurity, being cognisant of sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) requirements.

You'll engage with industry stakeholders and overseas counterparts to resolve trade issues and realise opportunities, working closely with MFAT, MBIE, and NZTE to align messaging and leverage diplomatic ties.Over time, this position offers scope for international travel.

• MōuThis role is ideal for those seeking career progression, particularly individuals with experience in export assurance systems, New Zealand's primary industry export sectors and international diplomatic engagement.

• clear, concise communication is essentialAbility to perform under pressure
• meeting tight deadlines while maintaining accuracyDiplomatic approach
• carry mana, stay composed, and distil complex information into key pointsCreative problem-solving
• think outside the box to address trade challengesExcellent relationship management
• engage effectively with stakeholders and industry partnersYou do not need to meet all the role requirements to apply.

• Mō tō mātou The MPI Trade & International Relations Directorate's role is to maximise export opportunities for New Zealand's primary product and food sectors.

• Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.

Low level Security Clearancemost preferably a New Zealand citizen, who has resided continuously in New Zealand for at least the last five (5) years, ORis a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last five (5) years: either Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom (UK) or the United States of America (USA); and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at this level.click here to find out more about the national security vetting process and access the eligibility self-check tool.

• Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities.

As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatū Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.To view the position description and/or apply online, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB or visit the MPI Careers Site.

• click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.Applications close at 11.59 on Friday 27 JuneIf you have any questions about the role, please email Melissa.Heaney@mpi.govt.nz Follow MPI here
• Whāia ngā tūhononga ki MPI i konei Links to Facebook, MPI Careers, LinkedIn, X