Principal Advisor

4 days ago

Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Principal Advisor at NZ Ministry of Justice, Wellington City

Principal Advisor – Operations Support, Courts & Tribunals

Perm Full Time

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and proactive Principal Advisor to join the Courts and Tribunals' Operations Support team. Our team works with front line staff, the judiciary, and our colleagues in other parts of the Ministry to support the delivery of justice services to the public every day. It's important work that makes a real difference to the lives of New Zealanders.

This role suits someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment on a variety of different work. That work includes advising on a range of policy and operational initiatives, helping to drive the team's work programme by having oversight of key issues and risks, and maintaining important relationships throughout the Ministry. You'll also support and coach more junior staff across the Operations Support team to build their capability and experience.

We are looking for someone with the following skills and experience:

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience building trusted relationships with a wide range of audiences on complex issues
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Experience providing advice on large change initiatives or projects
  • Knowledge of the machinery of Government and public sector processes
  • The ability to use performance information or data to inform decision-making

We're looking for someone with a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience. An understanding of Court and Tribunal operations or the justice sector would also be an advantage.

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand. Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

  • 4.4 weeks holiday leave
  • Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $110,766 and $154,680 based on skills and experience.

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 27 November; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

Employer: NZ Ministry of Justice

Location: Wellington City

Position type: 1

Category: Government, Policy, Planning & Regulation

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