Principal Advisor Budget at Ministry of Social Development, Wellington - Wairarapa
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
About us
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
Principal Advisor Budget
Permanent opportunity
Location: National Office, Wellington
- Lead the budget and investment process
- Development opportunities
- Supportive and friendly environment
If you demonstrate strength in offering advice to senior leaders, like to take an organisation and sector wide view and can think critically, this is a role for you.
About the Role
We are looking for a Principal Advisor to join our Budget team on a permanent base with strong, quality experience who will lead MSD's budget and investment process. MSD is looking to transform the way it achieves outcomes for New Zealanders and will require significant investment to do this.
The Principal Advisor Budget role provides leadership to support MSD's contribution to, and participation in, the annual external Budget and investment processes. You will provide high-level technical and thought leadership, best practice specialist advice and support to senior leaders and Ministers.
A key focus of the role will be to build organisational capability and ensure this is integrated with organisational strategic planning and performance, workforce and capital planning, and key policy and operational developments.
About You
Skills and Experience
We are seeking someone with proven experience operating at a senior advisory level, in addition to an established record of leadership and relationship management. You will demonstrate the ability to deliver smart solutions to complex problems and provide pragmatic and effective advice.
To be successful you will have:
- a sound understanding of and experience in government policy, external budget, accountability and appropriation processes
- demonstrated experience in leading external budget processes
- strong influencing and relationship management skills, and be able to quickly establish credibility and trust
- the ability to work under pressure in a fast-changing and ambitious environment
- a working understanding of the machinery of government is essential.
If this opportunity appeals to you, apply today.
Position Description
How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Sunday, 22 May 2022
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy which requires employees to be fully vaccinated.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Ministry of Social Development |
| Location: | Wellington - Wairarapa |
| Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time |
| Category: | Other |
| Date listed: | 06-May-2022 |
| Closing date: | 22-May-2022 |
| Reference: | NZ/1627901 |
| Attachment: | principal-advisor-budget-april-2021.docx (Word, 313KB) |
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| Website: | https://jobs.msd.govt.nz |
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