* Key leadership role * Strategic focus * High profile work Mo te turanga mahi | About the role The Partnerships, Investments and Enablement business group is the external-facing part of the Ministry for the Environment: * We partner and collaborate with others working in the environmental management system.
* We perform system oversight functions as part of the Ministry's stewardship role.
* We manage the Ministry's investment in external initiatives.
* We support others to implement policy using a range of regulatory and non-regulatory approaches.
* We lead delivery of major multi-agency programmes.
* We are the central point of coordination for the Ministry's external affairs.
We are looking for an experienced Chief Advisor to work closely alongside the Deputy Secretary to lead and support the Ministry's work programme.
You will provide intellectual leadership across the work programme, providing high-quality advice to Ministers and senior leaders on complex issues.
Your work will be varied while also having a consistent focus on supporting and improving the Ministry's investment management.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience Our ideal candidate will bring: * deep policy experience and policy acumen, including at the interface of operational delivery.
* expert experience in investment management, including the design of high-quality investment arrangements.
* exemplary interpersonal skills and agility to lead, influence and manoeuvre through complex interagency and political situations effectively.
* political savvy in terms of tact, discretion and diplomacy.
* experience leading and delivering complex work programmes across government.
* understanding of how policy changes impact people and organisations on the ground.
* an ability to understand different worldviews, particularly te ao Maori, as part of ensuring the Ministry's work is effective across different population groups.
* experience in economic policy and/or modelling would be useful.
Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau | Salary range Salary range for this role is $198,483 to $240,501 pa.
Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.
Tono inaianei | Apply now Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter.
Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.
If you require further information about this position, please contact ****** We are open to a flexible location, however, a Wellington based candidate is preferred.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture.
We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.
We want to ensure any accessibility needs you may have are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all.
Therefore, please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make the recruitment process more accessible to you.
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You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
Ra Katinga | Applications close: Wednesday 26th March 2025