Principal Advisor, Strategic Advice
2 days ago
**Mo te Tari o te Kaitiaki Mana Tangata - About the Ombudsman**: The Ombudsman helps New Zealanders in their dealings with government agencies. The focus is on handling complaints against government agencies, undertaking investigations and inspections, and encouraging good administration. The Ombudsman is independent and impartial, with the goal of fairness for all. **Mo to matou tira - About the team**: The Strategic Advice Team supports the Office by providing high level policy and practice advice. **Mo te turanga - About the role**: The role of the Principal Advisors in the Strategic Advice Team is to provide high level strategic advice on matters relating to policy and professional practice, particularly in the Ombudsmen Act, official information and protected disclosures areas. This includes external advice and submissions on matters such as Bills, Cabinet papers and agency policy and procedure, as well as internal advice and support for our operational practice. Reporting to the Chief Practice Advisor, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise on matters affecting the Ombudsmen's jurisdiction and practice. **He korero mou - About you**: To be successful in this role you will ideally have: - A deep understanding of the Ombudsman's jurisdiction, particularly under the Ombudsmen Act, official information and protected disclosures legislation. - Complaints resolution and investigation expertise and experience would be an advantage. - An ability to think strategically and see the 'bigger picture', including key risks and opportunities and long term consequences for the Ombudsman role. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and analytical skills. - An ability to manage competing demands and deliver effectively under time pressure. - A demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships and effective networks across the Office and with external stakeholders. - Proven experience motivating, mentoring and providing advice to staff to support their success. **Te painga o te mahi tahi me matou - Our benefits, what we offer**: - Becoming part of an exceptional team in a dynamic organisation, where the work is challenging and rewarding. Your development and growth will be nurtured, and your work recognised and valued. - Genuine career progression opportunities and professional development through training and mentoring by senior staff - Flexible working options - Competitive remuneration - Three extra Annual Leave days after 12 months of employment - Onsite gym and personal trainer, free to all employees based in Wellington - Three paid office holidays between Christmas and New Year - Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) **Me pehea te tono - How to apply**: As the Ombudsman's role is to provide "fairness for all" New Zealanders, it is important that our staff represent New Zealanders from all walks of life. We value your individuality and how you can contribute to our team. We encourage applicants from all walks of life. Depending on skills and experience the salary is expected to be between $127,676 to $167,575, with $159,595 being the mid-point. This role is based in Wellington Please note we are unlikely to consider 100% remote working for this role. Applications close **5pm, 8 October 2025.
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Principal Policy Advisor
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Principal Policy Advisor
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