Principal Advisor- Strategy and Performance Flexible, NZ New Zealand Government Supportive and inclusive team.
Flexible working to support your work-life balance.
Moteneituranga mahi - About this role This team will work with business groups to set Kaupapa Maori strategy and outcomes for the organisation, and monitor how well the Ministry achieves those kaupapa Maori outcomes.
Based on monitoring and insight, the principal will support the manager to ensure Tumatakokiri identifies the most effective ways to best lift the Ministry's performance in achieving kaupapa Maori outcomes.
This includes ensuring we have the right governance systems, strategy, policy and tools, and ensuring that all staff have the necessary technical capability.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako - Skills and experience Demonstrated experience in strategic and systems thinking, both at an organisational and system level.
Leads networking and 'joining dots' across an organisation's core work streams and deliverables, synthesizing data and intelligence from across the system and networks to set the organisation's strategic objectives and performance targets.
Experience in integrating and prioritisation of complex work programmes aligned to an organisational strategy and a reporting and performance framework.
Experience in diplomacy and negotiation in areas related to performance and prioritisation across an organisation and have the ability to influence key decision makers across the organisation and beyond into the wider system and networks.
Proven ability to lead complex cross-governmental policy development and/or implementation programmes.
Proven ability to provide practical policy and strategic advice to solve/address problems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to tailor to different audiences, delivering work efficiently and to a high standard.
Highly developed knowledge and practical skills and experience in Treaty settlements, the Treaty settlement process and historical context, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the Maori Crown relationship context.
Demonstrated knowledge of te ao Maori perspectives and Maori rights and interests.
Possesses a deep understanding of the machinery of government, exceptional written and oral communication skills, and proficiency in policy development.
Adept at mentoring and coaching junior team members, leading complex projects, and offering thought leadership through advanced expertise and experience.
Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau - Salary range Salary range for this role is $140,222 to $170,467 pa.
Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.
Tono inaianei - Apply Now Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter.
Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.
If you require further information about this position, please contact Kim McGregor, Talent Advisor at We embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to equal opportunities.
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