Senior Advisor Leadership and Performance

6 days ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Ministry of Justice Full time
  • Job Type: Permanent Full Time
  • Category: Advisor
  • Location: Wellington City
  • Date Advertised: 20-OCT-25
  • Job Reference: MOJ/1891103
  • Job Title: Senior Advisor Leadership and Performance
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Te Haeata/The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to step into the role of Senior Leadership Coach. We are looking for a dynamic and proactive individual who will work with the Director and Leadership Team as a trusted change leader who will support the building of organisational capability, desired culture and performance and contribute to the achievement of the strategic goals of the PDS. This role will collaborate in the design, development and delivery of organisational development programmes and initiatives in the area of leadership development.

We are flexible in terms of location.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • At least 7 years' experience in training, coaching and developing leadership capability.
  • Expertise in designing, delivery and evaluating customised learning content and materials with clear objectives and outcomes.
  • Excellent relationship, facilitation and communication skills.
  • Outstanding and recent knowledge in the field of resilience and in developing and delivering resilience training.
  • Proven experience in driving organisational change and strategic direction.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

The Public Defence Service (PDS) is part of the Ministry of Justice and the wider justice sector. The Ministry provides centralised business services, infrastructure, and support to the work of the PDS.

The PDS provides high quality legal advice and representation in a full range of criminal cases. Aimed at helping people access justice, the PDS promotes the values of respect, integrity, service and the delivery of excellent service to its clients.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We will provide you with:

  • Access to professional development opportunities
  • Flexible working options where possible
  • A collaborative and collegial working environment
  • Laptop and mobile phone

See our full range of benefits here.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $111,766 and $154,680 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 2 November, however we will be reviewing CV's as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

If you have any questions please contact

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