Principal Adviser Cultural Capability

2 weeks ago

New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Lead a team of 8 Cultural Capability Advisers based around the motu
- Support the design, development and implementation of cultural capability uplift strategies and initiatives.
- Ensure our kaimahi are comfortable to work in ways that acknowledge the place of Te Ao Māori in our environments

Ngā kawenga | About the role
At Department of Corrections, Ara Poutama Aotearoa, our success hinges on our people. The People & Capability group actively seeks and supports great talent, fostering a skilled and capable workforce dedicated to delivering positive outcomes for people in prison and the broader community. We support a nationwide diverse team of 10,000 people working in a range of disciplines including custody, community corrections, psychology, nursing and corporate. Our job is to enable them to achieve our strategy, Hokai Rangi, through the 24/7 services we deliver.
The Principal Adviser Cultural Capability will lead a team of eight Advisers who support the design and delivery of cultural capability uplift strategy and business solutions. As the team is spread across the motu and embedded in our regions, the Principal Adviser will role model good practice leadership and ensure whanaungatanga across the team.
He kōrero mōu | About you
You have had exposure to the justice sector environment and can build a bridge between strategy and practice. Colleagues would describe you as solutions focused, with a growth mindset that allows you to see past problems and come up with creative solutions. You can navigate the ambiguity of Government processes, influencing and getting things done.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

**You'll bring the following with you to the role**:

- Experience in building and/or leading a high performing team
- Sound theoretical and conceptual knowledge of organisational strategic planning and policy development
- An understanding of the complexity of the Corrections, Justice, Social and wider Public Sector systems and resonates with Māori in our management.

Utu ā-tau | Salary
The midpoint of the salary range Is $137,525 and the full range is $116,897- $165,030. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ko wai mātou | About us
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi.
It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau.
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. If you have specific questions about this role, please reach out to Rhiannon Robinson
- Senior Recruitment Adviser

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