Principal Adviser Investment Management

Competitive salary, flexible working arrangements - Permanent role | Wellington based
- Key role in the leading the development and implementation of the long term investment plan to support the Ministry's Investment Management Framework
- Salary band from $115K to $140k plus kiwisaver

He mea tārai e mātou te mātauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai ōna huanga
We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes
Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our ākonga in our education system.
Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown. We are committed to having Te Tiriti o Waitangi at the forefront of our work for and with Māori students, their whānau, hapū and iwi.
Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role
The Principal Adviser Investment Management (LTIP) manages plans and resources to support the delivery of outcomes that are aligned to the Ministry's purpose and agreed strategies.
You will be responsible for guiding the development and implementation of the Ministry's financial strategy, establishing a long-term sustainable financial position for the Ministry, and developing and maintaining a comprehensive investment management framework. This includes influencing the leadership team (LT), Treasury and other stakeholders in support of achieving our long-term financial goals. The principal adviser also is required to contribute to a high performing strategic finance team that acts as a business partner and provides accurate, timely and expert strategic financial information, analysis and advice to support decision-making for investments and appropriation management.
We are seeking an outstanding finance professional who understands Government decision making and operating procedures and who can strengthen our ability to provide effective financial management and support the Ministry's financial strategy. We are looking for people who are focused on process improvement and are keen to move towards providing a service beyond the purely financial.
Please note there is further information in the attached Job Description.
For more information on this position, please read through the attached Job Description

**We also offer**:

- Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported
- The ability to purchase extra days leave
- A range of employee network groups
- An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey
- Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments
- Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing

Mōhou ake | About you
We're looking for an experienced Principal Adviser with excellent communication (both oral and written), stakeholder engagement and solid understanding of the importance of financial strategy who can provide effective financial support and sound advice to achieve the Ministry's long-term goals; has a good understanding of inputs and drivers that can help investment decision making.
To be successful in this role you will have a practical and positive attitude, a keen interest in understanding the little details that make the big picture achievable and the ability to build effective relationships and credibility with customers at all levels across the Ministry, team members and colleagues in Finance.

**You will also offer**:

- Tertiary Qualification in Finance, Commerce or Business, Chartered Accountant status within CAANZ or equivalent is desirable.
- Solid experience in strategic planning, public sector financial management and investment management, managing multiple appropriations and Treasury engagement/communications
- Effective communication/Stakeholder engagement - Can effectively influence and provide specialist advice to senior leadership
- Experience undertaking financial modelling and in-depth or complex financial analysis

You'll be joining a team with a culture of constructive open-minded debate and working together to make an impact. We offer a flexible working environment amongst a great group of people all wanting to make a difference. As an organisation, we are committed to building racial equity and excellence in the education sector.
You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.
Mātau rōpū ake | About our ministry, group, and team
At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākong