WORKING IN NEW ZEALAND

Policy Advisor

Analyses and advises on policies guiding the design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs.

SKILL LEVEL:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

TASKS INCLUDE:

• reviews existing policies and legislation to identify anomalies and out-of-date provisions
• researches social, economic and industrial trends and client expectations of programs and services provided
• formulates and analyses policy options, and advises on preferred options
• assesses the financial implications and equitable impact of policies
• liaises and consults with program administrators and other interested parties to identify policy needs
• prepares briefing papers and recommendations for policy changes
• may prepare and maintain policy and procedures manuals
• may advise managers or politicians on lobbying activities