National Practice Design Advisor at Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, Multiple Locations

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Role: National Practice Design Advisor, Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children  

Reports to: Manager Practice Design- Te Kounga o te Mahi me ngā Wheako (Quality Practice and Experiences) 

Location: Flexible  

Job type: Permanent  

Salary: $119,158.00 - $132,397.00 

We have an exciting opportunity within the practice group of Te Kounga o te Mahi me ngā Wheako (Quality Practice and Experiences).  

The National Practice Design Advisor operates at a national level, providing specialist practice and design expertise across business groups. This is a new position to support the transformation of Oranga Tamariki by providing practice design into the Enabling Communities mahi progressing with our Treaty partners. 

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. 

About Te Kounga o Te Mahi (Quality Practice and Experiences) 

Te Kounga o Te Mahi are responsible for driving service design, practice, quality and improvement, drawing on insights, to change the way Oranga Tamariki delivers to its Service Delivery kaimahi (workforce). The role and functions of the Practice teams within Te Kounga o Te Mahi are to support and enhance the quality of professional practice that is framed in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and drawn from Te Ao Māori principles of oranga through the provision of practice-related advice, the design and enhancement of practice frameworks, models and tools, and contributing to the design of major new areas of practice. 

We are a motivated, dynamic and supportive team managing a diverse, complex and ever-changing programme of work.  We offer a challenging and friendly environment with plenty of opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills.   

Mō te tūnga | About the role 

Reporting to the Manager Practice Design, this National Practice Design Advisor will be responsible for working alongside Māori, Partnerships and Communities as we progress the Enabling Communities mahi - which provides the opportunity for selected partners to prototype their own coordinated response and solutions to meet the needs of tamariki, rangatahi and whānau. These prototypes will inform the system shifts necessary to improve outcomes for tamariki and whānau. 

Utilising your skills and experience, you will work collaboratively to enhance the quality of design and thought leadership throughout the design of new projects and initiatives.  

Mōu | About you 

Promoting a collaborative approach, you will provide credible practice advice and design input into a range of projects and initiatives aligned to our strategic intentions, our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the obligations that arise from section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act.  

You will whakamana and champion the rights of tamariki and whānau, within the Oranga Tamariki system, identifying barriers and enablers to our key strategic deliverables.  

Key requirements of the role include:  

• Demonstrated experience in practice design roles 
• Recognised commitment to te Ao Māori and the promotion of te reo me ōna tikanga Māori  
•  A relevant tertiary qualification in social work and Social Work Registration are essential 
• Being a conceptual thinker who can translate aspirations for tamariki and whānau into practice design and delivery  
• Knowledge and experience of practice design methodology within a social services practice context  
• Proven ability to engage and manage stakeholder relationships  
• Ability to use clear and professional written and verbal communication  
• A pragmatic and solutions focused approach to providing sound advice to leadership to help make informed decisions  

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you 

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $119,158.00 and $132,397.00 dependant on experience, with progression steps available above this range. We offer flexible work options and a genuine commitment to your oranga (wellbeing). We welcome diversity and are committed to working in inclusive and respectful ways. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and whānau.   

This role includes:  

• A rewarding career where you will work in a values-based role which is truly making a difference  
• The opportunity to work at the heart of our transformation, leading the shift in our own systems and processes to support the delivery of Enabling Communities prototypes  
• Colleagues who are committed to the highest standards of strengths-based social work practice  

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.  

 
Applications close: 29 March 2023