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Ministry of Social Development Looking for Principal Advisor, System Performance at Wellington Central, Wellington Full Time
About us
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
Principal Advisor, System Performance – Permanent
- 1 x Fulltime Permanent Position
- 1 x Fulltime Fixed Term till 30th June 2023
- National Office, Wellington
About System Performance
The System Performance group is part Strategy and Insights. Our objective is to provide an integrated view of the welfare system to understand how changes in the labour market, housing system, policy and operational changes affect current and future MSD clients. We work closely across organisation to implement our findings into operational and policy decision-making and have strong linkages across government.
The System Performance group is a diverse group with a broad range of functions including: Labour Market Intelligence, Housing Insights, Forecasting and Costing, Monitoring and Analysis, and Modelling and System Analytics.
About the Role
The Principal Advisor provides high level strategic advice and support to the General Manager System Performance. They help facilitate and maintain key relationships across MSD and with wider government. The Principal Advisor works alongside our teams to support the preparation and delivery of publications, reports and insights.
They will also take a lead on implementing strategic initiatives and priorities for System Performance and the wider Insights group.
We are looking for an experienced Advisor with strong political nous who can lead delivery and champion change by working collaboratively across our teams and the organisation.
As a Principal Advisor, you will also:
- Identify new opportunities for System Performance or the Insights group – where our expertise can support organisational objectives
- Participate in and/or lead significant projects or initiatives on focus areas for the group
- Build and maintain excellent relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
- Support and advise the General Manager System Performance to inform decision making on areas of opportunity and issues for the success of the System Performance group
About You
To be successful in this role, you will be/have:
- An established record of operating, influencing and providing advice at a senior leadership level.
- Strong writing skills and an ability to quickly provide succinct, robust well-reasoned advice and reports to decision-makers and key stakeholders.
- Knowledge and experience navigating government structures and processes, both internally and externally.
- Experience operating at a strategic level to influence senior stakeholders including a proven record of managing strategic initiatives in complex and demanding environments.
- Able to prioritise deliverables (including group deliverables), while delivering to deadlines.
- Understanding of the relevance of the Treaty of Waitangi to the work being undertaken.
- Excellent project leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent operational experience.
About our culture and what we can offer you?
MSD is a great place to work. We are a large organisation with policies and services that support most New Zealanders at some point in their life – from Childcare Assistance to Superannuation.
Across MSD, we work closely together. The MSD leadership team is accessible and engaged in our work. We all work hard to make MSD a great place to work. There is a great vibe across the Ministry.
We are proud of the collaboration across teams and the culture we have created. We work with a strong sense of purpose and people focus to deliver high quality service in a fun, supportive environment that values your contribution.
We are committed to building diversity, accessibility and inclusion in our workplace. We walk the talk on work life balance, so we are open to provide flexible working options to meet individual needs. We have a strong focus on staff wellbeing, we invest in developing and supporting staff to stretch and reach their professional goals.
Position Description
How to apply
To apply, click the ‘Apply Now’ button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at [email protected]
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Friday, 4th November 2022
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
