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We are seeking proactive applications for Principal Advisors experienced in strategic policy advice. So if you're an experienced analyst or advisor who provides outstanding intellectual leadership - get in touch!

As a Principal Advisor, your role will be pivotal in shaping the direction of various initiatives. You will be tasked with delivering high-quality strategic policy advice to key stakeholders, leading important projects, and building strong relationships across government sectors. Your ability to leverage potential strategic policy opportunities while managing risk will be crucial. Additionally, you will provide essential support to your team and contribute significantly to internal business priorities.

The ideal candidate for the Principal Advisor positions bring a wealth of experience in strategic policy advising. You will have proven your ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of work. Your excellent communication skills allow you to engage effectively with senior-level government officials. Your keen eye for identifying strategic opportunities coupled with your sound judgement make you an asset in any situation.

Expectations:

• Deliver high-quality strategic policy advice to Ministers, Boards and Senior Leadership Teams
• Lead, manage, drive and deliver priority strategic policy projects
• Build strategic policy relationships across government, and sometimes internationally
• Leverage potential strategic policy opportunities, managing risk and effectively representing the views of the Minister and organisation
• Provide ministerial servicing support to the policy team as required
• Provide policy leadership and support to internal business priorities
• Assess and manage political and operational risks from a strategic policy perspective in projects and relationships
• Have 4-5 years of experience
• Bring a strong understanding of Machinery of Government

What you'll bring to a Principal Advisor Position:

• Strategic Policy background with experience working in Principal or Senior Policy Advisor positions
• Strong project management skills with the ability to plan, manage, and prioritise multiple tasks
• Experience in engaging and building relationships with policy staff across government at a very senior level
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to identify strategic opportunities, emerging issues and innovative responses
• Excellent judgement and decision making skills

If your experience is suitable - Apply today!

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Peita Ransom on +64 4 471 9700.