Advisor - FVSV at NZ Ministry of Justice, Wellington City

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Te āhuatunga a te tūranga/About the role

We're looking for an Advisor to join the Family Violence and Sexual Violence (FVSV) Operational Improvements team in the Commissioning and Service Improvement (CSI) unit. In CSI, we support the delivery of positive change in the justice system for a safe and fair Aotearoa.

The Advisor, FVSV Operational Improvements, will support the implementation of the FVSV Operational Improvements work programme. You will have the opportunity to work across various projects designed to improve people's experiences in courts when they are affected by family violence or sexual violence.

As the successful applicant you will gain an in-depth understanding of the wider justice system, and work with judges, senior managers, and staff across the Ministry, as well as agencies that are part of Te Puna Aonui – the Joint Venture on Family Violence and Sexual Violence. Your day-to-day tasks will vary, though this might look like: collaborating with colleagues to achieve project deliverables, applying analytical thinking to new tasks, drafting written advice to senior leaders about projects we're working on, building working relationships with other government agencies and members of the judiciary, or contributing to urgent requests.

He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience

We'd prefer you to have some experience in government or related work, and are looking for:

• A genuine interest in improving victims' experiences and an ability to apply an intersectional lens to your mahi
• The ability to turn your hand to new tasks, with an enthusiasm for learning as you go
• Experience in building and maintaining effective work relationships
• Good writing and oral communication skills
• Experience contributing to projects and improving processes
• A relevant tertiary qualification
• Good organisational skills
• Experience in the family violence and/or sexual violence sectors is not required, but knowledge and understanding of these issues would be an advantage
• Experience working in a court or tribunal environment is not required, but some knowledge of how they work would be beneficial
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving outcomes for Māori, Pacific and other populations who experience family violence and sexual violence disproportionately.

Mō te tīma/About the team

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

The FVSV Operational Improvements team is working on an ambitious multi-year programme of improvements to people's experience of family violence and sexual violence proceedings in the criminal and family courts. Our work programme has a range of projects related to specialist court proceedings, service design, and workforce capability, with a strong focus on how we can improve the court experience for victims, including tamariki and rangatahi. We work across the Ministry and with a range of justice, social and health sector agencies. The breadth and impact of our work will give you variety, challenge and a sense of making a difference to the lives of New Zealanders.

We are part of the Commissioning and Service Improvement group (CSI). Joining CSI means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. It's our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.

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.

Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $63,019 and $82,295 based on skills and experience.

Applications close on 8 February 2023.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz.