Policy Manager

Location
Auckland City 1010
 
Full job description
Opportunity to lead learning, development and continuous improvement
Highly collaborative and supportive culture
Flexible working and option to purchase an extra week of leave

He angitūtanga: The opportunity


Auckland Council’s Policy Department has a fantastic opportunity for a Policy Manager. This is a pivotal role contributing to our Department’s core purpose as a centre of excellence for public policy at Auckland Council.


Key responsibilities of the role include:


managing a team of early career policy advisors, developing and leading a tailored learning and development programme to grow their skills and confidence
developing and leading the department’s wider continuous improvement programme aimed at building quality policy practices and the capability of our policy staff

Our kaimahi come from multiple backgrounds and disciplines including strategy, policy, research, and planning, but all share a commitment to improving the lives of Aucklanders.


We deliver integrated, robust advice to decision-makers on issues such as protecting biodiversity, planning for the region’s long-term infrastructure needs, and providing vibrant, safe public spaces and community services for a fast-growing and changing population.


He kōrero mōu: About you


This role requires experience in policy, strategy, or a related discipline, and programme or project management within central/local government or complex organisations. Ideally you have had previous people management experience and are confident and skilled at leading, coaching and mentoring others.


In addition, we will be looking for specific experience with the key role requirements:


ability to articulate complex ideas concisely, whether speaking or writing
demonstrated interest in capability development, practice and process improvement, and building culture
ability to think strategically and tactically about what is needed to help individuals, teams and workplaces grow and thrive
comfortable working with people at all levels of the organisation as well as presenting to senior leaders

Direct experience with designing and delivering learning and development activities and quality initiatives in a comparable policy or knowledge worker environment will be an advantage.


Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer


Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.


We offer challenging and stimulating work that will grow your leadership capability, build your profile and expand your networks. We also offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.


View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE.


Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!


Applications close: Tuesday 5 August 2026


Find a copy of the position description HERE


If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.


This role has a remuneration range of $160,000-$180,000

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.


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Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.