Principal Advisor

2 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Be part of a dedicated team delivering democratic elections in New Zealand
- Be at the heart of building a modern, innovative and elector centric enrolment system for Parliamentary and local body elections
- Build trust in New Zealand's democratic systems through the design, development and implementation of robust integrity and assurance processes
- Competitive Salary - Two-year fixed term role

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | about the role
This is a two-year fixed term contract role in the Electoral Commission's Enrolment team, in the Operations group.
We are looking for a Principal Advisor, Enrolment, to support the Director Enrolment and Enrolment leadership team to design and build a modern, innovative, and elector centric enrolment system through technology, people, procedures and processes. The role will also lead the design and implementation of robust integrity and assurance processes that build trust in enrolment, and our democracy overall.
The role works with others across the Operations group and the wider Electoral Commission, including other principal advisors, to support decision making from best practice regulatory and service delivery perspectives.
The salary band is $145- $178k
Mōhou ake | About you
You are an experienced, action-orientated Senior or Principal Advisor, with significant experience in leading or implementing change and improvement in a complex regulatory system or similar.
You have a thorough understanding of, and the ability to design and implement vigorous integrity, risk management and quality assurance practices and processes. You build strong, beneficial relationships with both internal and external stakeholders through excellent communications skills, the ability to influence others, and the establishment and maintenance of effective networks across and within organisations.
You have a track record of successful delivery, through best practice research and analysis, championing continuous improvement, providing advice and support to others, critical and strategic thinking, performance measurement, planning and reporting.
Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri | About the Electoral Commission
The Electoral Commission wants every New Zealander to trust, value and take part in parliamentary elections.
Here's your chance to contribute to New Zealand's democracy as part of a small team of electoral experts who design, build and implement processes and systems for Parliamentary elections and referenda. It's an exciting and varied role within a team which is committed, supportive and hands-on.
Why join the Electoral Commission?
What's next?
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and cover letter outlining you reasons for joining the Commission, highlighting relevant skills and experience.
Please attach your CV and cover letter
Applications close at 5pm, Sunday 29th September.
You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand.


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