Advisor, Capability at Te Kawa Mataaho | Public Service Commission, Wellington - Wairarapa

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Advisor, Capability

Leadership Development Centre | Core Capability

Fixed Term – 6 months

Salary Range $80,495 to $106,758

About the role

As an Advisor working within the LDC Core Capability team you will engage with key stakeholders, including subject matter experts and system leads, as well as co-ordinate the delivery of learning activities.   You'll support the curation and creation of digital and face to face learning experiences that are highly engaging and fit-for-purpose. We love learning and we are looking for a likeminded person to come and be a part of our team.

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced with learning and development
• A strong communicator, both oral and written.
• Able to manage projects and themselves, to work on multiple projects and still meet deadlines.
• Experienced dealing with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experienced with digital design tools and a range of IT applications, especially MS Office.
• Knowledgeable of tikanga Māori, te ao Māori and te reo and understand the implications of te Tiriti on today's society and public service.
• Contributing to the design and development of learning assets using contemporary approaches, such as the Learning Cluster Design approach
• Supporting the delivery of on–line and face to face learning events
• Co-ordinating and collaborating with subject matter experts and the target audience throughout the design and development phase of learning product creation

Key responsibilities include:

About Us

Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission leads the public sector to make a positive difference for New Zealand and New Zealanders.

As a business unit within Te Kawa Mataaho, Public Service Commission, Ara Kaiarahitanga | Leadership Development Centre (LDC) is the primary delivery vehicle for system-wide leadership development. The LDC is focused on developing consistent learning experiences across the public service to build strong leadership capabilities and encourage shared mindsets in our leaders.   The focus of the LDC is currently broadening to also include the knowledge and skills that are unique to being a public servant.  This role sits within the LDC group and supports this new focus.

For more information about our role and purpose, visit our website at www.publicservice.govt.nz.

Important Information

We are committed to building a talented and inclusive Public Service through a recruitment approach focussed on merit. We value diverse experiences, perspectives and skills that strengthen our ability to deliver for the Public Service. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. We welcome every gender, ethnicity, ability, religion, age, and background and encourage people to be their authentic selves at work. Talk to us about what flexible work arrangements might work for both you and us.

Salary

The full salary range for the band is $80,495 to $106, 758. We typically look to appoint to role between $80,495 to $98,718, depending on skills and experience.

How to apply:

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Helen Davison, Programme Director Capability helen.davison@publicservice.govt.nz

In your cover letter we'd like to know:

• about you and your values
• your interest and motivations for this role
• the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you would bring to the role and our organisation.

Requirements

Please note that all applicants are required to apply via jobs.govt.nz. You will need a RealMe account to apply.

If you are not a New Zealand citizen, you must hold current eligibility to work in New Zealand and for Te Kawa Mataaho. Please refer to the New Zealand Immigration Service for further information.

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Please submit your application by or on: 30/04/2026