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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.
About our team - Mo te tima The Ministry of Youth Development (MYD) Te Manatu Whakahiato Taiohi, responsible to the Minister for Youth, is a stand-alone Ministry within the Ministry of Social Development.
MYD works with and for all young people in Aotearoa New Zealand aged between 12 and 24 years old. We partner with others to enable, fund and promote youth development opportunities.
MYD is a small organisation that works with and through others to achieve results. We work collaboratively with young people, other funders (including iwi, business and philanthropic organisations), providers, local government, and other government agencies.
About the role - Te ahuatunga a te turanga We have an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Advisor, to join our team.
You will take a lead role in our Akonga Youth Development Community Fund workstream and bring relevant skills and expertise to implement the next phase of the work programme.
You will also contribute to MYD's wider work including the implementation of the FTE Youth Worker Pilot. You will provide high quality advice to the General Manager, Director, and Programme Manager to promote and encourage youth development and partnership opportunities.
Skills and experience - Nga pukenga me nga wheako About you We are looking for an articulate and innovative Senior Advisor who has:
Proven ability to provide high quality, balanced analysis and advice both at strategic and implementation levelsProven ability to develop innovative solutionsExcellent verbal and written communication skills including analytical writing skillsFive years' experience in an advisor or similar role (desirable)A strong understanding of, or experience in, the youth development sectorA good understanding of, and experience in, the machinery of governmentGreat ability to build and maintain relationships.If you are passionate about supporting young people, we would love to hear from you.
Salary range: $102,533.00 - $124,402.00
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: Tuesday 1st 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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