Policy Advisor

Full-Time Advocacy/Lobbying Show the salary

Job Description

  • Full time, permanent position
  • $96,428 - $129,279 depending on experience
  • Wellington-based
  • Develop policy and strategy for Aotearoa’s biggest union 

The policy team operates at a senior level within the PSA and the primary role of the position is the development of PSA policy and strategy and responding to the policy needs of the union.   Team members represent the PSA in a wide range of external forums.  They provide policy papers and advice to the executive board and national secretaries.  They advise and support the organising staff and keep the PSA aware of any potential issues that may arise in the future.  This is a great opportunity to make your mark in an influential national organisation and showcase your policy expertise. 

The PSA, Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi, is the largest union in New Zealand, Aotearoa and is an innovative and dynamic organisation employing over 200 staff throughout New Zealand. We have over 95,000 members working in central and local government, health and community services.  As the largest union in New Zealand Aotearoa, we can provide opportunities for leadership roles in our sectors and across the organisation. 

Our core values include advocating members’ interests with a strong effective voice, standing together, supporting and empowering members, individually and collectively.  We embrace diversity and challenge inequality, and our actions are characterised by professionalism, integrity and respect. We are a progressive and constructive union, constantly seeking solutions that improve members’ working lives.

New employees enter the range on a starting rate based upon previous relevant experience and commensurate with internal relativities. Progression to the top of the scale is by regular and automatic service steps.

The PSA Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi is committed to honouring Te Tiriti O Waitangi across our organisation and the work we do. Knowledge of Te Reo and tikanga Māori will therefore be an advantage.

The PSA is also an EEO employer.

Organisation

NZ Public Service Association

Job Summary

The PSA is looking for an experienced policy advisor who is excited by the prospect of supporting advocacy for the 95,000 members who make up New Zealand’s largest union.

Salary

$96,428-$129,274

How to apply

To apply, please visit our website www.psa.org.nz/vacancies and complete an application for employment form; email this in along with a cover letter and CV to vacancies@psa.org.nz. Please do not apply via Seek.

Applications close midday, Tuesday 18th February 2025

Sector

Not for Profit

Cause (Sustainable Development Goals)

Decent Work and Economic Worth