Aporei | Principal Advisor, Programme Support, Regional Support & Alignment

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Aporei, Te Tokonga Kaupapa | Principal Advisor, Programme Support Team
Te Puni Rohe | Regions
Te Puni Kōkiri | The Ministry of Māori Development

Te Tari Matua, Pōneke | National Office, Wellington

We are looking for an experienced Principal Advisor to lead and contribute to the work of the Programme Support Team. The Programme Support Team is part of the Regional Support and Alignment Directorate and contributes to national programmes such as whānau ora and Whi Kāinga Whai Oranga. It is also responsible for leading the work of Te Puni Kōkiri in Treaty of Waitangi negotiations, post-settlement Ministerial Accords, the National Iwi Chairs Forum and other related Treaty settlement kaupapa.

Te whai wāhitanga | The opportunity

We are seeking someone with a high level of policy, Treaty of Waitangi and machinery of government experience. You will have the ability to build, maintain and enhance strategic relationships within Te Puni Kōkiri, and externally with other agencies and entities. You will have a proven ability to lead complex cross-government work programmes and mentor relevant people working on the programmes.

In particular, the Principal Advisor in the Programme Support Team Regional Support should:

• have an understanding of tikanga Māori and have a commitment to achieve the vision set out in te Tiriti o Waitangi;
• have experience and confidence in engaging with senior leaders, Ministers and external stakeholders;
• possess excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• be able to respond to changing demands and priorities, deal with ambiguity and give shape to unformed ideas;
• understand government and the public service with an understanding of the rationale and mechanisms for government intervention;
• value diverse perspectives and experience;
• manage your effort to deliver work to a high standard and on time, both independently and with the support of others;
• mentor junior members of the team to help with their development and confidence; and
• be able to work directly to the General Manager, Regional Support and Alignment.

Tāu e whai ai | What you will get in return

Te Puni Kōkiri is a diverse and rewarding working environment full of passionate people focussed on discovering solutions that will assist in serving our communities. We are guided by our values of excellence, valuing people and relationships, working collectively and being creative and innovative. 

There is more to life than just work and we encourage our staff to maintain the right balance between work and personal pursuits. We recognise that a healthy workforce is a productive one so we're committed to providing opportunities and incentives for our employees to look after themselves, including:

• Optical allowance
• Hauora allowance
• Te Reo Māori proficiency allowance
• Provide enhanced parental leave provisions and childcare allowances.

Te Puni Kōkiri | Ministry of Māori Development 

Te Puni Kōkiri, the Ministry of Māori Development, is committed to 'Whānau Taurikura' - 'Thriving Whānau'. We consider that when whānau are thriving, so do their communities, hapū, iwi and all of Aotearoa New Zealand.  

Our people are at the heart of achieving this vision and it is our people who contribute to supporting Māori collective success by creating and maintaining relationships with iwi, hapū and whānau Māori and government at both a local and national level.  It is this that enables Māori participation and success as Māori, and it is our people who will create our best future. 

We invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength. Your unique perspectives, skills, and heritage contribute to our mission of advancing Māori aspirations and well-being.  

Tono mai | Apply Now! 

We are actively reviewing talent, and an appointment will be made once an ideal candidate is identified. We encourage you to make your application today or get in touch to discuss more about how this great opportunity will fit with your career goals. 

Īmēratia vacancy@tpk.govt.nz me he pātai āu | Please email vacancy@tpk.govt.nz with any pātai. 

Ka aukati ngā tono hei te Rātapu 20 Whiringa-ā-nuku 2024 ā te 11.55pm | Applications close on Sunday 20 October 2024 at 11.55pm