Work for us

Our people are policy makers, project specialists, researchers and evaluators, analysts and expert advisors in defence matters.

We're an agency of less than 200 people primarily based in Wellington.

We value collaboration and our people need to be able to build trusted relationships. We're on the lookout for people who can analyse information and make good decisions. We hire graduates and seasoned professionals.

Vacancies and applications

For information about our current vacancies or to apply for a position, please visit our Career Hub

Please keep in mind that everyone who works for us needs an appropriate security clearance. If we proceed with your application you will need to go through a security clearance process.

For queries please email applications@defence.govt.nz

MOD staff at table
MOD staff at table

Our people are policy makers, project specialists, researchers and evaluators, analysts and expert advisors in defence matters.

We're an agency of less than 200 people primarily based in Wellington.

We value collaboration and our people need to be able to build trusted relationships. We're on the lookout for people who can analyse information and make good decisions. We hire graduates and seasoned professionals.

Vacancies and applications

For information about our current vacancies or to apply for a position, please visit our Career Hub

Please keep in mind that everyone who works for us needs an appropriate security clearance. If we proceed with your application you will need to go through a security clearance process.

For queries please email applications@defence.govt.nz