Manager Contract Administration and Management - Wellington 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.
Manager Contract Administration and Management - Māori, Communities & Partnerships
- Join a friendly and collaborative environment
- Permanent opportunity
- Wellington based
Step up to a role where your leadership and contract management skills can truly make a difference!
Te āhua o te tūranga / About the role
You will lead the team to enhance community outcomes through optimised contract management.
You will be responsible for establishing clear benchmarks of quality and ensuring that our partnerships with providers align with our expectations, while simultaneously meeting the expectations of the providers. You will also guide the team in developing a consistent approach towards overseeing the administration and performance of our contracts and grants.
This role is central to our mission of improving community outcomes through efficient and effective contract management. The Manager will play a pivotal role in optimising processes and fostering strong relationships with our providers.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako / Skills and experience
- Extensive experience in contract administration and management within a large organisation.
- Proven experience in senior roles and leading high-performing teams.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve complex and sensitive issues within partnership arrangements.
- Current understanding of best practices in contract administration and management.
- Strong familiarity with Government and State Sector processes and systems, along with a solid grasp of government direction and policy priorities.
- Ability to apply the Strategies of Te Pae Tata and Pacific Prosperity into the day-to-day operations of MSD.
- Understanding of equity issues, the Treaty of Waitangi, and their implications for the work of MSD.
- Experience or a keen interest in working in partnership with whānau, hapū, and Iwi.
Ready to put your contract administration and management skills to work for the betterment of our communities?
If you're a seasoned professional with the ability to lead a high-performing team, we welcome you to apply.
Take the leap and join us in making a significant difference as our new Manager for Contract Administration and Management. Apply today to embark on this rewarding journey!
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: Tuesday, 26 September 2023
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 that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Ministry of Social Development |
| Location: | Wellington - Wairarapa |
| Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time |
| Category: | Project/Procurement/Risk Assurance |
| Date listed: | 14-Sep-2023 |
| Closing date: | 26-Sep-2023 |
| Reference: | NZ/1749237 |
| Attachment: | manager-contract-administration-and-management.docx (Word, 315KB) |
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| Website: | https://jobs.msd.govt.nz |
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