The Continuous Improvement Advisor is a team member within the Discovery, Design and Change team in the New Zealand Government Procurement (NZGP). Each year, the New Zealand Government spends more than $50 billion on goods and services that are essential for the delivery of public services and infrastructure, economic growth, and the wellbeing of New Zealanders. The Government and the New Zealand public expect this spend to deliver value. NZGP is tasked with leading the settings, outcomes and performance of the procurement system managing this expenditure.This role is responsible for the ongoing effort to find and promulgate improvement, innovation, lessons learned and change impact across the government procurement system, including processes, tools, and services using best practice continuous improvement tools.ResponsibilitiesOperational advice on improvements and innovations across the government procurement system.Providing tools and templates for agencies to use across the government procurement system to increase consistency and streamline processes.Managing procurement system business processes, ensuring they are kept current and are continually reviewed for relevancy to procurement activity.You will be part of a newly formed team with the mission of helping NZGP improve the way we work to focus on the needs of our customers. We will work with teams at NZGP and directly with agencies. As a new function at NZGP we will build a way of working and approach together. We will champion new approaches and collaborate with our stakeholders to create a shared view of the future.Skills and Experience RequiredUnderstanding and support of process improvement approach.Experience managing small to medium sized projects.An understanding of Government decision making and operating procedures.Demonstrated experience of leading by example and an ability to bring people along.Working knowledge of MS Office suite, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.Develops valued and cooperative working relationships with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders.Takes responsibility and accountability and produces a high standard of work.Participates positively and is engaged in team activities.Well-developed professional written and verbal communication abilities.Persistent and rigorous approach to problem solving.Effectively and easily identifies risks and focuses on achieving resolutions.Well-developed self-awareness and ability to remain calm under pressure.Applications close on Monday 14 October 2024; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date. If this sounds like the role for you, please don't hesitate to apply!
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