Director Governance and Government Services

3 weeks ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Key selling points
- Senior, strategic role reporting to Deputy Director-General, Public Affairs
- Have a tangible impact at the heart of the relationship between government and the department
- Full-time, permanent role based in Wellington.

Toitū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata
If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive
Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Māori, te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
He angitūtanga | About the role
Sitting within our Public Affairs group, this senior leadership role is critical in shaping the strategic direction for the unit, consisting of ministerial services, governance, statutory appointments, privacy, and the Official Information Act (OIA). The role is responsible for the management of Ministerial Private Secretaries, overseeing ministerial servicing and the development of responses to Parliamentary Questions, OIA and Privacy Act requests including the provision of advice to decision makers. The role is also crucial in planning and connections relating to select committee process and appearances.
This role requires a high level of understanding of the ministerial context, where you'll be required to quickly build trust and confidence with Ministers offices, Director General's office, Senior Leadership team (SLT) and with leaders across DOC. The team you will be leading has professionals with a depth of experience and a great culture; you will set a clear direction and constantly encourage them to think strategically to anticipate and manage issues, develop a risk radar, and streamline processes.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
We are looking for a dynamic, strong, and competent leader to step into this role and drive excellence & efficiency in our interactions with Ministers by ensuring seamless workflow management and communication. You will be confident, discrete, and someone who can be a trusted advisor to the Deputy Director General Public Affairs, the D-G, and the wider SLT.

**If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you**:

- A strong background in ministerial interactions with an understanding of the complex mechanics of Government
- An inquisitive thinker, you can anticipate situations and provide support to those around you to manage things effectively and efficiently
- A passionate leader, you empower your team to understand the context and encourage continuous improvement
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and engage stakeholders at all levels, including at Executive level
- Strategic mindset and the ability to align change efforts with broader organisational objectives
- Sound understanding of the impact DOC and the wider public sector/government has on the Māori Crown relationship, and the obligations of the Crown under the Treaty of Waitangi

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?
Join us in shaping the future of governance and government services
The Department of Conservation /Te Papa Atawhai places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.
You can learn more about what we offer here.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory - this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday, 03 June 2024
**Taupānga | Job reference**: DOC/1793165


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