Senior Advisor, Parlimentary Advice and

7 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Parliamentary Advice and Coordination, Government Services
- Permanent, Wellington based role
- Salary midpoint of $105,270, actual salary dependent on your experience

Ko wai mātou - About us
At Manatū Hauora - Ministry of Health we are the kaitiaki of the health system, providing leadership and driving strategy and performance. We regulate the health sector and are the primary source of advice on health matters.
The Parliamentary Advice and Coordination team is responsible for supporting our Ministers and Executive Governance Team (EGT) with meeting their accountability and reporting requirements. We work in a fast paced and reactive environment where meeting deadlines and high standards are paramount.
Ko ake mahi - What you'll do
The Senior Advisor role focuses on providing professional advice and support to Ministers' offices and the Ministry in relation to Machinery of Government systems and processes. Day to day you'll be responsible for leading and contributing to work that includes providing robust and accurate responses to Written and Oral Parliamentary Questions, as well as managing Select Committee reporting and scrutiny requirements on behalf of Ministers and the Executive Governance Team.
**In this role you will**:

- Provide oversight, direction, and leadership of key projects.
- Manage a caseload of parliamentary work with competing deadlines.
- Guide and mentor other team members.
- Provide consistent, high-quality advice and support to teams within the Ministry of Health and staff seconded to Ministers' offices.
- Support other teams in the Government Services group from time to time as/if required.

Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Good stakeholder engagement and advisory skills.
- The ability to work to deadlines and manage priorities.
- Attention to detail and high personal standards.
- Strong risk radar and risk mitigation techniques.

Ko mātou me tō matou whare - What we bring
Unlock your career potential at Manatū Hauora, where you'll discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth. We're not just a workplace; we're a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance. At Manatū Hauora, diversity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of our culture, ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters. Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving. Join us today and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare.
Ngā Uaratanga - Our values
Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities.
- Manaakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictonary.co.nz) - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other
- Kaitiakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive
- Whakapono (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing

Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply
We value diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us. Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.

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