Ministry of Social Development
Senior Advisor
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Job Description
- Req#: 45227
- Join a friendly and collaborative environment
- 1x 6 months Fixed term/Secondment opportunity
- 12 months Fixed term/Secondment multiple opportunities
- Wellington based
- Experience in the social services, health, or education sectors, especially in the development, implementation, and delivery of commissioned services or programmes.
- Demonstrated ability to turn strategic direction into operational practice.
- Excellent communicator, written and verbal.
- Demonstrated experience in project management and delivering fast paced projects.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team, managing and contributing effectively to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Possession of a relevant tertiary qualification is desirable.
- Sound knowledge of government processes and direction is essential.
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, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, 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.Senior Advisor
Great opportunity to make significant contributions and improvements to our community services and programmes!Mō te tīma / About our team
The Māori, Communities and Partnerships Group (MCP) is responsible for building capability across MSD to support the aspirations of Māori and connecting and collaborating to build effective partnerships and community approaches that achieve better outcomes for those who most need our support.
The Service and Contracts Management team is responsible for managing a range of contracts with service providers and partners and supporting our industry partnerships with employers. the regional contracting teams who work directly with providers throughout New Zealand.
Te āhua o te tūranga / About the role
In this role, you will actively provide ongoing support and advice to a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, leading service development projects with precision and insight. Your focus will be on the Out of School Care and Recreation (OSCAR) and disability programmes. Your contribution will enhance the quality and effectiveness of our services, programmes, and practices.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako / Skills and experience
Bring your valuable expertise to our dedicated team. Apply now!
Position Description
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.
Note: 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 jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Friday 23rd August, 2024
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau 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 Māori, Hapū, 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.
About the company
MSD is the largest public service department employing public servants in over 200 locations around New Zealand.
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