Kaitohutohu | Policy Advisors, Te Pae Ōhanga & Te Pou Orangaat Te Puni Kōkiri - Ministry of Māori Development -
3x Full time, Permanent opportunities based in Te Tari Matua/National Office in Pōneke WellingtonWe are recruiting for three passionate Policy Advisors to join two policy teams on a full time, permanent basis.Te Pae Ohanga team is responsible for leading, monitoring and reporting on Economic Development policy matters.Ideally, the preferred candidate will bring experience in economic development policy and an understanding of public sector operations.Te Pou Oranga team is responsible for Māori related policy work in housing, education, training and employment.Ideally, the preferred candidate will bring experience in social policy and an understanding of public sector operations.Our Policy puni leads public policy advice on issues of specific importance to Māori.
It also provides interdepartmental policy advice on matters most likely to impact directly on wellbeing and development outcomes for whānau, hapū, iwi and Māori. Working together with the other puni, Policy leads, influences, contributes to and supports policy thinking at multiple levels – from system-level strategic policy and frameworks, to specific, regionally located policy initiatives and proposals.The Policy puni is implementing new, agile ways of working to ensure we can adapt swiftly as priorities change.
This includes a stronger focus on programme management, collective decisions about resourcing across teams, and the ability to form temporary cross-team or puni project teams, when work doesn’t fit within existing teams. This flexibility allows us to deliver priority work, ensuring that we can respond to unique or emerging challenges as they arise.Te whai wāhitanga | The opportunityPolicy Advisors are responsible for providing high quality analysis, research and advice that contributes the 'Thriving Whānau'.
Work collaboratively with the peers in Te Puni Kōkiri and with other government departments in developing policy that will contribute to Thriving Whānau Identify and manage relationships with key stakeholders Managing specific projects and initiatives within the Policy puni Represent Te Puni Kōkiri policy position to a wide range of audiences.The likely appointment range for this role is between $76,213 and $84,680 per annum.The full salary range of the grade is $76,213 and $101,616 (120%)Mōu | About you We’re looking for someone who enjoys thinking critically, analysing information, and helping create practical policy solutions. You’ll be building your experience in providing clear, well‑reasoned, evidence‑based advice that meets the needs of different audiences.
You’ll bring an understanding of how government works, how decisions are made, and the role Te Puni Kōkiri plays in shaping policy. You’ll also be developing your knowledge of te ao Māori frameworks, including Te Tautuhi ō Rongo, and how they can guide policy design.Tāu e whai ai | What you will get in return Te Puni Kōkiri is a diverse and rewarding working environment full of passionate kaimahi focused on creating solutions that will help our communities.
We are guided by our values of te wero, manaakitanga, he toa takitini and ture tangata. There is more to life than just work and we encourage our kaimahi to maintain the right balance between mahi and their personal lives. Your whānau is just as important as you, so we're committed to providing incentives and opportunities that help our kaimahi and their whānau to thrive, including: A range of allowances including childcare, optical, hauora/wellbeing and te reo Māori proficiency Medical insurance discounts Flexible working options In house te reo Māori training Kaimahi development and career options, including study assistance Enhanced parental leave provisions Te Puni Kōkiri | Ministry of Māori Development We are committed to our vision of 'Thriving Whānau' - when whānau are thriving, so do their communities, hapū, iwi and all of Aotearoa.
Te Puni Kōkiri leads policy advice to the Government on Māori development, and Iwi and Māori relations with the Crown. Our people are at the heart of the work we do – using our approaches to improve outcomes to, for and with Māori, and to drive our efforts to build an Aotearoa where whānau can all stand, thrive and belong.Find out more about Our StoryWe invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength. Your unique perspectives, skills, and heritage contribute to our mission of advancing Māori aspirations and well-being. Tono mai | Apply Now! Ka aukati ngā tono hei te Rāhina 30 Poutūterangi 2026 ā te 11.55pm | Applications close on Monday 30 March 2026 at 11.55pm. Tukuna mai tau tono ā-ipurangi | Please submit your application online.
Nau mai rā ko ngā tononga i te reo Māori, te reo Pākehā, te reorua rānei | We welcome applications in te reo Māori, English, or both. Īmēratia vacancy@tpk.govt.nz me he pātai āu | Email vacancy@tpk.govt.nz with any pātai. We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: vacancy@tpk.govt.nz