Principal Advisor - Community CapabilityNew Zealand Government
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, 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.
Principal Advisor - Community Capability Varied, challenging and highly rewarding roleJoin our busy and motivated teamTwo Fixed term / secondment opportunities until 30 June 2025Location WellingtonMo te tima / About our team
The Maori, Communities and Partnerships Group (MCP) is responsible for building capability across MSD to support the aspirations of Maori, Pacific and Migrant population groups, connecting and collaborating to build effective partnerships and community approaches that achieve better outcomes for those who most need our support.
The Pacific and Community Capability Programmes team focuses on influencing and directly delivering major change strategies and initiatives for MCP.
Te ahuatunga a te turanga / About the role
The Principal Advisor Community Capability will provide high level strategic advice and technical expertise to the GM Pacific and Community Capability Programmes, to support the wider MCP Group and the wider Ministry work.
The role focuses on supporting all communities, partners and providers across various regions.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako / Skills and experience
To be successful in the role, you will have the following:
Extensive ability and experience in building and maintaining effective and collaborative relationshipsStrong influencing skills coupled with political savvyWell-developed analytical and writing skillsDemonstrated experience in providing strategic advice at a senior levelProven experience in service design, research and evaluationIf this sounds like you, apply now.
Salary range: $141,109.00 - $175,603.00
How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form. 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: Thursday 17th October, 2024. Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
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.
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.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.
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