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Kaitohutohu Mātāmua Principal Advisor

2 months ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
New role spanning two Climate teams

  • Highly supportive and inclusive team
  • Flexible working to support your worklife balance
Mō tēnei tūrangi mahi | About this role
We have recently established a new Climate Strategy and Mitigation function within the Climate Business Group.

The group is the kaitiaki of the climate response system, shaping both long term system strategy and medium term policy responses.

The function is responsible for leading the development of the next All of Government Emissions Reduction Plan that will be published by the end of 2024.

We are looking for a strategic and innovative Principal Advisor to strengthen the thought leadership for this function.

They will sit across the Climate Strategy and Climate Mitigation teams, working closely with the respective Managers and Principals Advisors to lead our thinking across both teams and to provide thought leadership to the wider function.


Key focuses for the role will be to:

  • Contribute and lead deep, strategic work to deliver on long-term climate priorities, especially at the intersection between priority topics
  • Provide thought leadership to the Emissions Reduction Plan process, including taking a key role in shaping the direction of ERP
  • Provide shape, scope, challenge and a rapid perspective on new, emerging ideas
  • Build strong links to others working on climate strategy across government and with external experts


You will have the ability to present complex information and data to a diverse range of stakeholders, including Ministers, in ways that can be easily understood.

A key part of this role will be providing leadership and guidance to the team; sharing your expertise to build capability and strengthen the quality of our policy advice.

This is an opportunity for you to influence positive change and work in a dynamic policy space.
You'll be joining a team of smart, switched on, talented people who are passionate about safeguarding our environment.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

  • Intellectually sharp, curious capable, and agile with highly developed analytical, conceptual and creative thinking skills.
  • The ability to quickly grasp issues and concepts and identify appropriate approaches. A strong background in systems strategy and policy is highly desirable.
  • Ability to lead, influence and manoeuvre through complex political situations effectively.
  • Ability to provide original thinking, anticipate future issues, challenge the status quo, and explore ideas and opportunities that may lead to alternative innovative solutions.
  • Exceptional communication skills both written and oral.
  • Experience working in a crossagency environment is highly desirable.
  • Strong stakeholder management and engagement skills across diverse groups.
  • Commitment to developing your cultural capability and capacity in te ao Māori.
Whānuitanga Utu ā-Tau | Salary range
Salary range for this role is $159,491 to $194,044 pa. Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.
Ngā hua ka puta i te mahi ki MfE | Benefits of working at MfE
- a flexible by default approach to create a healthy work-life blend
- agile ways of working, allowing you variety and challenges across the organisation as we work as 'One MfE'
- generous leave entitlements
- active employee networks including Māori Rōpū, Asian Network, Neurodivergent and Disability Networks, Women's Network, Tagata Moana (Pacific Peoples' Network), and Rainbow Network
- opportunities for development and education.


Check out other benefits of joining us and hear what our people say about Working at MfE | Ministry for the Environment.

Mō mātou | About us
The Ministry's purpose is He taiao tōnui mō ngā reanga katoa - a flourishing environment for every generation.
A key priority for the Ministry is building Te Ao Māori capability. This means we work with our Treaty partners to advance Māori priorities for the environment and for environmental success.

We will be confident and coordinated in our ongoing engagement with Māori and lead the natural resources system in engaging for success with tangata whenua.

We will grow our capability and capacity to accurately reflect Māori views in our work.

We accurately reflect Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Ao Māori into our everyday work, by delivering on Te Ao Hurihuri, our Māori capability strategy.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.


Rā Katinga | Applications close:
Monday, 27 March 2023

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