Business operations jobs in Wellington.

Supporting government projects · Analysing information · Delivering sustainable change

Practical experience in consulting, policy, defence, national security, emergency management, infrastructure or complex government environments; New Zealand citizenship, permanent residence or a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa; verifiable ten-year background history and eligible residency history where clearance is required

Coordinating financial administration · Preparing review documentation · Maintaining workflows and records

Relevant experience in business operations, programme or project coordination, records administration, professional services support or related field; experience in records and information management; experience supporting contractors, reviewers or external service providers; ability to obtain and maintain required New Zealand Government security clearance

Providing policy advice · Leading cross-agency work · Coaching others

Senior policy analyst with experience in system-level policy issues, strong analytical and communication skills, relationship building across government, understanding of te ao Māori and Treaty of Waitangi, and experience leading and coaching others.

Leading policy projects · Providing strategic advice · Mentoring analysts

Relevant tertiary qualification; extensive policy development experience; strong analytical, communication, and relationship management skills; experience leading policy projects and mentoring.

Leading asset strategy · Developing frameworks · Advising leadership

Significant senior experience in strategic asset management, property, or infrastructure; demonstrated experience developing and implementing asset management plans; advanced knowledge of asset lifecycle planning; strong stakeholder management; relevant tertiary or professional qualification or equivalent experience.

Leading policy projects · Advising ministers · Coaching analysts

Relevant tertiary qualification; extensive policy development experience; strong analytical, critical thinking, written and verbal communication; relationship management; experience leading others in policy projects and coaching/mentoring.

Leading strategic workstreams · Developing policy advice · Facilitating cross-functional teams

8+ yrsAt least 8 years' experience leading strategy or policy in complex public-sector work; experience in social sector or family violence system; strong critical thinking, facilitation, planning, and leadership skills; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent.

Leading policy team · Providing strategic advice · Building relationships

Extensive experience driving strategic policy in a fast-paced public sector environment; people leadership; understanding of government machinery; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi; must hold NZ or Australian citizenship or NZ residency; ability to obtain national security clearance; right to work in New Zealand.

Learning operations · Supporting branch · Embracing challenges

Recent university degree required; must be a New Zealand citizen or resident; pass pre-employment drug and alcohol test and background check; positive attitude.

Developing client deliverables · Designing client solutions · Analysing information

2+ yrs2–5 years’ experience in a public, corporate, or professional services environment; experience working with clients in a professional setting

Leading engagement strategy · Building relationships · Providing strategic advice

Experience leading strategic initiatives and building relationships with stakeholders; ability to influence system-level decisions; sound political awareness; adherence to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Providing workplace advice · Managing property portfolio · Delivering workplace solutions

Proven experience in workplace strategy, planning, property management or related discipline; knowledge of contemporary workplace practices; demonstrated delivery of workplace transformation projects; strong analytical, stakeholder and communication skills; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Providing functional leadership · Overseeing case work · Quality assuring materials

Significant experience in complex operational, regulatory, statutory, legal, justice sector, claims or case management work; ability to interpret legislation and provide senior advice; right to live and work in New Zealand.

Providing policy advice · Leading policy initiatives · Building relationships

5+ yrs5+ years public policy experience; NZ or Australian citizenship or NZ residency; national security clearance or ability to obtain; strong critical thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Developing policy · Providing advice · Leading initiatives

5+ yrs5+ years public policy experience; leading complex policy initiatives; strong critical thinking and communication; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi; NZ or Australian citizenship or NZ residency; national security clearance for NSCCJ team.

Leading team · Providing advice · Improving services

Significant people leadership experience in complex operational environments; demonstrated experience leading advisors and analysts; strong operational management, relationship management, and continuous improvement skills.

Leading teams · Managing operations · Driving improvement

Significant experience leading teams and operational delivery, proven budget and resource management, strong communication and relationship management, experience using data and insights, and a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.

Conducting policy analysis · Providing policy advice · Leading policy work

Relevant tertiary qualification; knowledge of policy frameworks and experience applying them; excellent written and oral communication; collaborative approach; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles; legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Leading policy projects · Developing policy advice · Mentoring team members

Relevant tertiary qualification; extensive policy development experience; strong analytical, critical thinking, written and verbal communication; relationship management; experience leading and coaching others in policy projects.

Leading policy projects · Developing policy advice · Mentoring team members

Relevant tertiary qualification; extensive policy development experience; strong analytical, critical thinking, written and verbal communication; relationship management; experience leading others in policy projects and coaching/mentoring.

Leading health engagements · Developing evidence-based advice · Coaching team members

Providing strategic advice · Leading complex work · Mentoring team members

Relevant tertiary qualification preferably in public or administrative law; deep understanding of Ombudsman jurisdiction; expert understanding of national and international law; significant experience in strategic analysis, policy, and high-quality advice; proven mentoring skills; legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.

Shaping policy · Preparing advice · Supporting implementation

Tertiary qualification in public policy, health, or related field; understanding of public policy and machinery of government; excellent written communication; strong relationship-building skills; policy experience preferred.

Providing strategic advice · Developing strategy · Monitoring performance

Relevant tertiary qualification preferably in public or administrative law; deep understanding of Ombudsman jurisdiction; expert knowledge of national and international law; significant experience in strategic analysis, policy, and performance roles; proven mentoring and coaching skills.

Conducting research · Developing policy options · Preparing legislation

Graduate or graduated within past three years; strong academic background; critical and conceptual thinking; effective communication; application with CV, cover letter, academic transcript, and writing sample.

Coordinating strategic priorities · Monitoring work programmes · Preparing briefings and reports

5+ yrs5-7 years' experience in business advisory, strategic coordination, programme management, executive support, planning or organisational performance; experience with senior leaders; relevant tertiary qualification; te reo Māori me ōna tikanga.

Eliciting business rules · Facilitating workshops · Coaching analysts

Extensive experience leading business rules or decision analysis in complex regulatory or transformation settings; deep skill in decision modelling, rule governance, traceability; ability to interpret legislation and policy; excellent facilitation and stakeholder skills; coaching ability.

Planning work · Coordinating teams · Providing advice

Experience providing high-quality advice in a regulatory, government or complex operational environment; strong planning and prioritisation skills; ability to coordinate work across teams; strong relationship and facilitation skills; legal right to work in New Zealand.

Aligning strategy and resources · Overseeing enabling functions · Building government relationships

10+ yrsAt least 10 years’ senior leadership experience across strategy, organisational performance, governance, organisational effectiveness, public sector delivery or related enterprise functions; strong understanding of government machinery, public sector stewardship and accountability; relevant tertiary qualification

Preparing performance reports · Providing measurement advice · Building organizational capability

Proven experience in performance reporting, enterprise-wide measurement frameworks, public sector accountability, strong analytical and communication skills, relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent, right to work in New Zealand, and willingness to undergo a credit check.