The New Zealand Embassy in Bogotá is recruiting for two roles:
- Policy Adviser
- Public Affairs and Consular Adviser
How to Apply
Apply for either role today by sending your CV and cover letter to vacantesembajadanzcol@gmail.com
You must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance. You must have the necessary legal permits to live and work in Colombia.
Applications for both roles close at 5pm 30 January 2026 COT.
We are looking for a Policy Adviser to join our team
We’re looking for a driven Policy Adviser to join our team at the New Zealand Embassy in Bogotá. In this role, you’ll help advance New Zealand’s interests across Latin America by delivering sharp analysis, cultivating strong stakeholder relationships, and managing projects that make a real difference—including our small development programme. If you’re passionate about international affairs, trade and agriculture, and thrive in a diverse, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!
Who are we looking for?
- A driven person, able to work independently, with excellent analytical and policy skills.
- Someone with well-developed planning and organisational skills, the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and work well under pressure.
- A collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management skills and full proficiency (written and oral communication) in English and Spanish.
- An individual with a passion for learning and the willingness to learn about, and contribute to, work across a wide range of issues.
The monthly entry point salary for this role is COP 10,500,000. The position will be an initial one-year contract, with the option for renewal and/or transition to an open-ended contract. The ideal candidate will be available to commence duties before March 2026.
We are looking for a Public Affairs and Consular Adviser to join our team
We’re looking for a motivated Public Affairs and Consular Adviser to join our team at the New Zealand Embassy in Bogotá. In this role, you’ll lead the Embassy’s communications and public diplomacy efforts — crafting messages that resonate and building connections that matter — while also providing valuable consular support to New Zealanders across Colombia and our accredited countries. If you’re passionate about getting the message out and thrive in a role that blends strategy with people-focused service, we’d love to hear from you!
Who are we looking for?
- A creative, social media-savvy person with demonstrated experience in managing large events and public affairs.
- Someone with well-developed planning and organisational skills, able to prioritise tasks effectively and work well under pressure.
- A team player with strong stakeholder management skills and full proficiency (written and oral communication) in English and Spanish.
- An individual with a passion for learning and the willingness to learn about, and contribute to, work across a wide range of issues.
The monthly entry point salary for this role is COP 8,500,000. The position will be an initial one-year contract, with the option for renewal and/or transition to an open-ended contract. The ideal candidate will be available to commence duties before March 2026.
About us – The New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (Manatū Aorere)
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
The New Zealand Embassy in Colombia represents the New Zealand Government to the highest standards of professional excellence in diplomacy, trade negotiations, international development and consular services. This is done by building connections with the host country Colombia, as well as Panama, Dominican Republic and Ecuador as the Embassy’s country of accreditation. The Embassy also has responsibility for reporting on issues of interest to New Zealand in Venezuela. The Embassy takes a distinctively New Zealand approach, reflecting New Zealand’s diversity and heritage.