New Zealand High Commission London, United Kingdom

Policy Adviser (Political)

The New Zealand High Commission in London seeks applications for the position of Policy Adviser (Political).

This is a locally employed position, with terms and conditions being set in accordance with local employment requirements. The High Commission does not provide assistance with accommodation or airfares.

Main Responsibilities

Provide support to the First Secretary (Political) in monitoring and reporting on specified international security issues in the UK that are of interest to NZ.
Provide support to the First Secretary (Political) and Second Secretary in monitoring and reporting on a range of British foreign, security and multilateral policies of interest to NZ, particularly in Africa, the Americas, Middle East and Asia.
Provide support to the Deputy High Commissioner, in monitoring, analysing and reporting on political developments in the UK, and their implications for NZ.
Provide support to other policy staff in monitoring, analysing and reporting on political, economic, social and cultural developments in Northern Ireland and Wales which may have implications for NZ.
Provide policy input into arrangements for official and post visits to/from NZ and to/from the UK (and Northern Ireland and Wales); planning and arrangements for representational functions and events; and appointments with UK (including Northern Ireland and Wales) interlocutors.

Principle Requirements

Have a tertiary qualification or experience in a similar role.
Strong policy analysis and problem solving skills.
High-level oral and written communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships with key contacts.
Commitment to advancing New Zealand’s interests.
The successful applicant must be a New Zealand citizen and be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate New Zealand security clearance.
The successful applicant must hold or attain the right to work in the United Kingdom. It is expected that applicants are able and prepared to make a long term commitment to the position.

Previous work experience at a diplomatic mission, business or international organisation would be beneficial for this position.

Please refer to the full position description which is attached.

Application Procedure

A position description and application form can be downloaded from below.

Applications will only be accepted by email. Please send your CV, application form and a covering letter to property@newzealandhc.org.uk. Applications close at 5pm on Friday 7 September.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.