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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, whanau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Maori, whanau, hapu, 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.
Wellington basedAn opportunity to make a real impactFixed term/secondment until June 2025Apply now to lead the change with the Te Pae Tawhiti Work Programme – where your leadership can make a difference. The Maori, Communities and Partnerships Group is responsible for building capability across MSD to support the aspirations of Maori and connecting and collaborating to build effective partnerships and community approaches that achieve better outcomes for those who most need our support.
Te Pae Tawhiti – Our Future is about MSD's future role and how we can make a bigger and better difference for New Zealanders.
Te Pae Tawhiti Transformation Programme is a major undertaking, spanning several years and delivering significant benefits to over a million New Zealanders who access MSD support and services. This is a once in a generation opportunity to be involved in MSD's multi-year transformation journey.
Kotahitanga is one of the service streams within Te Pae Tawhiti, focusing on how we are stronger when we work together with partners - external groups, organisations, and agencies to improve the delivery of our services to New Zealanders. MSD has a large and diverse range of partners that we work with in spaces such as employment, housing, capability building, services for disabled people, community services, and more.
Te ahua o te turanga / About the role
The Lead Advisor is pivotal in driving the Te Pae Tawhiti Work Programme forward, offering high-level advice and steering the development of the Test and Learn opportunities being delivered through the Kotahitanga workstream. This role encompasses leading delivery of the funding model work, guiding the Senior Advisors, managing day-to-day priorities, supervising workloads, and ensuring the efficient execution of technical advice and support.
The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership and communication skills, coupled with the ability to consider the bigger picture and broader outcomes being sought within the Test and Learn opportunities the team are progressing. This position is crucial for those looking to impact significantly through strong leadership and operational delivery, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
Experience in managing complex projects, demonstrating a strong capacity for critical analysis, strategic advice, and successful implementation.Experience in the creation and application of funding models for public services is a must.Proven ability in developing and maintaining high-quality relationships across the business, including with senior management, teams, and third-party providers, alongside managing complex internal and external relationships with credibility.Proven ability to work collaboratively and responsively in Public Sector settings.Skilled in strategic and business planning, with the ability to identify opportunities, assess risks, and leverage strengths to provide actionable recommendations focused on continuous improvement and aligning with organizational needs.Exceptional ability to prioritize in dynamic and complex environments, applying sound judgment to manage competing deadlines.Capable of translating complex ideas into practical actions and clear communications, securing stakeholder engagement, and foreseeing opportunities to develop workable solutions.If this sounds like you, we're excited to hear from you. Apply now! 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 ******.
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as an internal candidate.
Closing date: Wednesday 27 November 2024. Please note that interviews are highly likely to take place shortly after the close date.
Joining us Joining MSD means being part of a whanau 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 Maori, Hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
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