Advisor - Policy & Implementation

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Advisor - Policy and Implementation Kaitohutohu, Kaupapahere me te Whakatinanatanga

Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua, the TEC - is a small Crown agency with a big job to do - ensuring New Zealanders have the skills and the knowledge they need to build a great life, and ensure New Zealand thrives.

We invest over $3 billion annually across the tertiary education and careers systems.
If you're looking for your "why", then come and join us at TEC. We truly believe in the transformational benefits of education and training.
Help us bring policy into reality, to drive better outcomes for learners and whānau, employers and communities.
This role is based in Wellington.

He kōrero mōu - What we are looking for:

Our Policy & Implementation group designs operational policy to implement government strategy and priorities with impact across tertiary education, careers and the lives of New Zealanders.

We're seeking an Advisor to join our collaborative and supportive group to work on operational policy, as well as support the ongoing management of our detailed funding policy settings.


In this role your mahi could include:

  • Supporting Senior and Principal Advisors with operational policy work, including advice and design and implementation, across a range of projects and strategic priorities

Tasks could include:

  • Drafting and reviewing memos, board papers, technical guidance, website content and query responses
  • Developing assessment criteria, their supporting guidance and new/improved business processes
  • Providing and coordinating implementation advice to our government education partners on policy proposals
  • Managing the internal queries mailbox
  • Supporting the development, implementation, and interpretation of service approaches, funding conditions and operational policy rules
  • Using effective communication to implement changes
  • Working across the business and with other government agencies, networking and collaborating to develop fitforpurpose operational policy solutions.

We are looking for a person who has:

  • proactive attitude and passion for learning and development
- great written and relationship skills, and experience of working with and writing for, a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
- sound judgement and decision-making skills and is comfortable navigating ambiguity
- an inquisitive and collaborative mind-set and always has the customer and outcomes in mind
- ideally, someone who has experience in government operational policy, strategic policy, or implementation design
- an understanding of the tertiary education sector and working within government processes is highly desirable but not essential.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou - What's in it for you:

  • A fun and supportive team
  • Three additional (TEC Days) leave days
  • A range of benefits, including flexible working options, a wellness programme and the ability to purchase extra leave.
  • Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme
  • A focus on career development and internal opportunities
  • A motivated and supportive manager keen to make the most of your skill set.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Prior to TEC confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.

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