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Listing ID: 3023

Policy Advisor - Central Otago (QLDC)

Queenstown Lakes District Council

Listed
Listed 13d ago
Closes
7 March
Pay
Negotiable
Category
Government & Council > Local & Regional Council
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Central Otago

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We’re looking for a Policy Advisor to join our high performing Strategy & Policy team. You’ll be responsible for developing and delivering strategic policy advice across a range of areas. A range of benefits are on offer so read more and apply now!

Lakes District Council is at the very heart of a dynamic community. Our services are essential to the people in our region and include infrastructure development, community recreational facilities and planning, building and other regulatory services.

We’re proud to be QLDC, and in response to the growth the district has experienced over recent years, QLDC has itself experienced substantial growth. We genuinely believe in developing our people and providing them with all the tools and opportunities needed to succeed.

About the role:
A varied and interesting role, you’ll be responsible for developing and delivering strategic policy advice across a range of areas. You’ll ensure strategic policy aligns with the strategic direction of the organisation and will work across council advising on and entrenching policy.

Responsibilities of the role:
  • Anticipating and identify emerging issues, trends and problems
  • Contributing to the community submission processes including advocacy, data gathering and analysis
  • Contributing to bylaw scheduling, preparation and drafting
  • Developing high-quality policy advice for Councillors, the Chief Executive, and the Executive Leadership team
  • Working with key internal stakeholders to help translate our strategic and planning documents into action
  • Managing progress using the Council’s systems and processes for monitoring, measuring, reporting, risk identification and management, and quality assurance

What we offer:
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and professional growth, including:
  • Highly discounted membership to our health and fitness facilities
  • Hybrid working practices
  • Genuine commitment to your training and career development

What you'll bring:
You’ll have a qualification in Public Policy or Public Management and will have worked within the field for a number of years. You’ll have experience within a government or government adjacent organisation and will have sound knowledge of related legislation and central policy.

To best succeed in this role, you’ll have:
  • Strong relationship building skills with the ability to effectively work with both internal and external stakeholders
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • The ability to work across multiple projects at one time

To apply, please follow the link or for any questions please contact Carrie Williams, Policy Manager, on[email protected].

Applications close: Monday 17th February

Please note we will review and process applications as they come through; we encourage your early application.

Required Skills

  • Decision-Making
  • Interpersonal
  • Management
  • Problem Solving