The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
My careerCreate an account and apply for jobs of interestCreate a profile and receive email alerts for jobs that match your profileFixed term or secondment to February 2026Full time, Wellington based roleRemuneration range $144,291 - $160,000 p/a including KiwiSaver contributions.This is a newly established role with a dedicated focus on leading and supporting DPMC's response to Phase 2 of the Royal Commission into the lessons learned from Aotearoa New Zealand's response to COVID-19.
This Principal Advisor will have a focus on providing technical leadership and mentoring in relation to the department's response to Phase 2 of the Royal Commission. In this small team, the Principal Advisor will take the lead in proactively identifying information and providing advice on related COVID-19 material, including developing responses to requests for information from the Royal Commission.
The Principal Advisor is also responsible for supporting engagement with stakeholders, providing advice, and ensuring that emerging or potential risks to the effectiveness of DPMC's response are identified in a timely manner and reported for early DPMC management consideration. The role also provides thought leadership on relevant matters to the COVID-19 Inquiry team and feedback and direction within the team.
The role would suit someone with previous experience managing and advising on inquiries, who can demonstrate the following capabilities:
Highly developed analytical skills and thought leadership capabilities,Excellent writing skills, able to synthesize material at both the strategic and tactical level,Strong analytical and critical thinking skills,Ability to rapidly analyze and convey complex information and make effective, well-reasoned decisions,Able to communicate with a wide range of audiences and stakeholders at all levels,Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clearly at a senior level.We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognized, and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. We welcome diversity in all its forms, and believe it is a strength.
Remuneration is in the range of $144,291 - $160,000 p/a including KiwiSaver contributions and will be appropriate to the skills and experience of the preferred candidate.
The ideal candidate will bring a blend of advanced political acumen, resilience, and the ability to read the room, adapt to stakeholder needs, and navigate complex political landscapes with ease. They will be comfortable with ambiguity, remaining positive and adaptable while driving clarity and results.
Me pehea te tono | How to apply If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply online. Applications close 8pm, Tuesday 5 November 2024. If you have any questions about the role, you can contact ******.
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