Nadia Thompson

Nadia Thompson is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operational policy and regulatory systems. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor at the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment since July 2021, Nadia leads initiatives to translate policy changes into actionable instructions for Immigration Officers. Previous roles include Senior Business Analyst for Managed Isolation and Quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic, and Advisor for Joint Standards at Standards New Zealand, where Nadia supported joint Australian and New Zealand projects. Earlier experience encompasses project administration in standards development and a background as a Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist. Nadia holds a Master of Public Policy and a postgraduate degree in Public Policy from Victoria University of Wellington, alongside a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science from Auckland University of Technology.