Senior Regulatory Operational Policy Advisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Zealand.

📋 Description

• Lead intricate operational policy initiatives that support conservation law reform and the modernization of regulations.

• Convert legislative and policy modifications into effective operational regulatory frameworks.

• Offer clear, evidence-based guidance on complex regulatory matters.

• Cultivate relationships with policy, legal, operational, and regulatory stakeholders.

• Recognize emerging risks, opportunities, and challenges in implementation.

• Assist in the rollout of regulatory changes across DOC.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members.

• Collaborate with Treaty partners to enhance Māori engagement and participation.

• Work in conjunction with policy, legal, and operational experts.

• Influence reforms that enhance conservation results.

⛳️ Requirements

• Experience in regulatory policy, operational policy, public policy, or a similar regulatory field.

• Proven track record in leading complex work programmes and achieving results independently.

• Skilled in interpreting legislation and translating policy into practical implementation.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.

• Excellent skills in relationship management, influencing, and stakeholder engagement.

• Experience in providing trusted advice to senior decision-makers.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Understanding of, or a willingness to learn about, Māori tikanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its relevance to the role.

• Desirable: experience in natural resource management, environmental policy, environmental regulation, or another operational regulatory setting.

• Desirable: familiarity with regulatory systems, regulatory practices, or compliance methodologies.

• Must possess a valid NZ work visa for the duration of employment.

• A CV and cover letter are required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements available throughout Aotearoa.

• Opportunity to engage in nationally significant conservation and regulatory reform projects.

• Develop extensive expertise in legislation, policy, regulation, and implementation.

• Establish relationships and exert influence within government agencies and senior leadership groups.

• Enhance strategic policy and regulatory practice capabilities.

• Contribute to initiatives that yield tangible conservation outcomes.

• Embrace a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.

• Adjustments to the recruitment process are available upon request.