Senior Advisor, Head of The Government Finance

5 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand The Treasury Full time

**Unique opportunity for a Senior Advisor to influence performance of finance functions across the public sector.**
- _ Are you interested in building capability of finance professionals across the public sector? _
- _Do you enjoy having a varied and influential programme of work? _
- _Want to use your superb relationship skills to influence and drive improvements across the system?_

**Mō mātou | About Us**

At the highest level, what we do at Te Tai Ōhanga The Treasury is pretty simple. We're creating a better future for New Zealand and everyone who calls our amazing country home. We're the Government's economic and financial advisor, working hard to raise the standard of living for everyone in Aotearoa, now and in the future.

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Senior Advisor to join the Government Finance Profession team. We are a small team housed within Treasury that works with government financial professionals, Treasury teams, functional leads, and other stakeholders to lift the performance of finance functions within and across agencies.

Our work programme is organised around the Finance Development Programme and the following three workstreams:

- People: attracting, retaining, and developing finance professionals.
- Common practices: reusing, standardising, and sharing knowledge of core systems, processes, and policies.
- Issues management: other initiatives where there is a clear benefit for a collective approach.

**Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role**

Working with senior finance leaders and other stakeholders to deliver on the work programme, the Senior Advisor will lead and coordinate cross-agency project teams, develop and deliver guidance and training, and bring their expertise and insights into the planning and strategic direction settings of the government finance profession.

**Ō pūmanawa | About You**

You will also bring:

- A graduate tertiary qualification or relevant applicable experience
- Experience in building and maintaining relationships and networks with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Considerable experience working with complex and ambiguous issues
- Highly effective planning and organisational skills, with a strong focus on delivery
- Strong written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate complex issues and concepts clearly, succinctly and with influence
- Personal integrity, sound judgement and an honest and ethical approach
- Ability to obtain an appropriate security clearance

**Ko ngā hua | What we Offer**

We know it's a big job and that's why we take such good care of our Treasury whānau. It starts by supporting your wellbeing with flexible work arrangements, five weeks annual leave, and a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives that encourage a positive work/life balance.

The wharenui, at the heart of our workplace, embodies our commitment to diversity and making this an inclusive place that will welcome the unique experiences and perspectives you bring to our collaborative team culture.

A job at the Treasury sets you up for the future you want. We'll prioritise you and your development, offering you many opportunities to train and advance your chosen career path. The work will stimulate and challenge you, helping you learn, grow, and build the experience and skills that employers all over the world will value.



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