Te whai w hitanga | The opportunityBased in Poneke | Wellington, the Finance, Property and Procurement Directorate has six key functions providing high level, specialised advice and support across Te Puni Kokiri. The Principal Advisor supports this mahi throughProviding strategic, accurate advice and support to the General Manager, Finance, Property and Procurement as his trusted "right-hand" kaimahiContributing towards reporting for our Executive Leadership Team and providing advice and making recommendations to Deputy Secretaries, and Ministers as requiredCoaching and mentoring other kaimahi to increase their knowledge and grow their skill setLeading and managing projects, including risk analysis and reporting requirementsProviding timely support for Official Information Act, Parliamentary Questions and other requests for information when required.Mou | About youAs an experienced advisor, you bring specialist knowledge including leading budget processes, cost savings analysis and value add to your next position. Politically savvy, you can easily adapt to change, and the pressures that come with the position. We are looking forUnderstanding of and proven experience with the machinery of government, public sector processes and reporting requirementsLeading budget and procurement processes, advising executive leadership and supporting a Chief Financial Officer, General Manager Finance or similar.Project management experience, including planning and methodologiesHave a broad understanding of key legislation as it relates to policy advice and decision making, and knowledge of the key legislation mentioned in the position descriptionPossess the initiative, desire to succeed and continually learn, and clear, succinct communication, influencing and persuasion skills required of the positionStrong relationship skills, including stakeholder engagement and managementAre comfortable in an ao Maori environment and are comfortable in situations where tikanga is observed - A level of competency in te reo Maori, or a willingness to learn.T u e whai ai | What you will get in returnTe Puni Kokiri is a diverse and rewarding working environment full of passionate people focussed on discovering solutions that will assist in serving our communities. We are guided by our values of manaakitanga, te wero, he toa takitini & ture tangata.Optical allowanceHauora allowanceTe Reo Maori proficiency allowanceProvide enhanced parental leave provisions and childcare allowances.Te Puni Kokiri | Ministry of Maori DevelopmentTe Puni Kokiri is committed to our vision of 'Whanau Taurikura' - 'Thriving Whanau'. We consider that when whanau are thriving, so do their communities, hapu, iwi and all of Aotearoa. This underpins everything we do.Our people are at the heart of achieving this vision and it is our people who contribute to supporting Maori collective success by creating and maintaining relationships with iwi, hapu and whanau Maori and government at both a local and national level. It is this that enables Maori participation and success as Maori, and it is our people who will create our best future.We invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength. Your unique perspectives, skills, and heritage contribute to our mission of advancing Maori aspirations and well-being.Tono mai | Apply Now!We are actively reviewing talent and an appointment will be made once an ideal candidate is identified. We encourage you to make your application today or get in touch to discuss more about how this great opportunity will fit with your career goals.
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