Senior Advisor Operations at Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, Canterbury

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Christchurch based
• Permanent, full time 
• Be the key point of contact for our National Office into Regional Māori, Partnerships and Communities

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Operations Advisor sitting within our Māori, Partnerships and Communities group. You will be responsible for key programmes, work and activities that enable the smooth running of Māori, Partnerships and Communities. You will be tracking, analysing, and providing advice on the Ministry's policy and operational issues.

Key areas of focus will be:

• Be the key point of contact for our National Office into Regional Māori, Partnerships and Communities
• Support Regional Manager by leading, writing and monitoring the development of the Regional Business Plan
• Leading the implementation of specific projects within the Business Plan and monitoring overall delivery and performance of the plan, including escalation to Regional Manager and through Oranga Tamariki as appropriate
• Manage the workflow, and/or the responses to parliamentary questions, Select Committee responses, official information requests and Ministerial correspondence
• Contributing, where required, to the development and investment of Māori, Partnerships and Communities plan for key work, and any other projects requiring Senior Advisor support

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Your excellent communication skills will enable you to engage with stakeholders and build strong partnerships. You will also bring:

• Extensive experience in working in the social/health/education sectors in the coordination or delivery of social services
• Demonstrated ability to support and influence outcomes when working with virtual teams
• Knowledge and/or experience of contemporary issues in social services delivery
• Comprehensive experience in social service contracting, planning and performance reporting as well as an understanding of contracting support roles and social sector investment
• Experience managing high level communication, OIA writing memos and budgets
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural issues and concerns, in particular, knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture
• Sound understanding of governance arrangements and the public sector context within which Oranga Tamariki works including key issues affecting the social service environment

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi. 

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pēhea te tuku tono  | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

 If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Application close date: Wednesday 27th September 2023.

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.