Chief of Staff

1 week ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**About the role**
The Chief of Staff is a key part of the Executive office, providing strategic and operational support to the Secretary for Pacific Peoples. The role is responsible for enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring resources are effectively utilised, and contribute to succession planning of the Ministry. The Chief of Staff provides leadership to the Executive office (Ministerial Services and Performance teams).
- Full time, permanent position
- Wellington based

**What you'll bring**
- Demonstrated commitment to working with and for Pacific peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Proven ability to navigate complex situations, resolve issues effectively, and align with organisational values.
- Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, including demonstrated ability to commission and/or prepare a wide range of high-quality outputs.
- Expertise in leading a team within a multi-faceted and demanding environment.

**Why join us?**
We're more than just a workplace, we're a community that cares about you. When you choose to work with us, you're choosing a career that offers not only health insurance and family friendly policies, but also a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Whilst the work can be challenging, you will be rewarded by contributing to better outcomes for Pacific Peoples.

We offer attractive employment benefits including:

- Healthcare insurance
- Subsidised eye care
- 3 additional annual leave days between Christmas and New Year

**Our Organisation - Ministry for Pacific Peoples (MPP)**
The Ministry for Pacific Peoples (MPP) is the Crown's principal advisor on policies and interventions aimed at improving outcomes for Pacific peoples in New Zealand. Here at MPP, we believe in the power of diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We're excited to embrace the unique perspectives and talents of our current and future team members, as they are the driving force behind our constant quest for innovation. Overall, we aim to achieve our strategic goals and make a positive impact that benefits our Pacific communities. E hiranga ana te wahi ki a matou, ki te tautoko i te Karauna i ana hononga ki nga Iwi Maori i raro i te Tiriti o Waitangi. As Tangata te Tiriti, we have an important role in supporting the Crown in its relationships with Maori under the Treaty of Waitangi and te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Our workplace culture is all about creating an environment where everyone feels involved, respected, and connected to the Pacific communities we serve in New Zealand. We are guided by Pacific values: Ola fetufaaki (Reciprocity),Tapuakiga (Sprituality), Soalaupule (Consensus), Piri'anga (Collectivism), Fakalilifu (Respect), Magafaoa (Family), and Aro'a (Love). This isn't just good for our fantastic employees; it's a win-win for our Pacific People too. Come join us in building a brighter future together

**Interested? - How to apply**

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**Closing date: 12 February 2025 (5pm)**
- Please note: Applicants need to have a right to work in New Zealand with a valid visa_

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