Advisor Business and Workforce Management

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded life cover up to NZD 300,

Discounted insurances

Free will services

Mortgage broker services

Job summary

NZDF is seeking an Advisor in Business and Workforce Management to support Defence Logistics Command’s workforce, establishment, and business processes. You will analyse data, coordinate financial reporting, and provide specialist advice to inform planning and resource management decisions.

The role includes contributing to governance improvements and stakeholder engagement. Salary starts from NZD 90,158 with a midpoint NZD 99,501, including a 4% superannuation contribution; appointments reflect

Qualifications

• Experience in workforce management, financial management, or business planning within a complex organisation.
• Budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting experience.
• Experience developing executive-level reports and briefing papers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workforce administration, establishment management, financial reporting, and compliance activities to support organisational effectiveness.
• Analyze workforce and financial information to identify trends, risks and opportunities and provide advised recommendations.
• Support continuous improvement of governance and business processes.

Skills

Workforce management

Financial management

Budgeting & forecasting

Executive reporting

Policy & compliance

Data analysis

Excel modelling

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As the Advisor Business and Workforce Management, you will play a key role in supporting the effective administration and management of Defence Logistics Command's workforce, establishment, and business processes. You will provide specialist advice, coordinate workforce and establishment management activities, support financial administration and reporting requirements, and contribute to the continuous improvement of organisational systems, processes, and governance practices.

Coordinate workforce administration, establishment management, financial reporting, compliance activities, and business improvement initiatives to support organisational effectiveness and strategic objectives.

Analyse workforce and financial information to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide advice and recommendations to inform planning, reporting, and resource management decisions.

The salary for this role starts from $90,158 with a midpoint of $99,501, inclusive of a 4% superannuation contribution. Appointments within this range are based on skills and experience.

Applications close on Tuesday 15 September 2026.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

We are looking for a proactive and analytical professional with experience in workforce, financial, or business management within a complex organisation. You will have strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to translate data and insights into practical recommendations that support organisational success.

• Experience in workforce management, financial management, business planning, or organisational performance.
• Sound understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Microsoft Excel skills, including modelling and impact analysis.
• Experience analysing and interpreting workforce data.
• Experience developing executive-level reports, briefing papers, and recommendations.
• Strong understanding of policy, process, and compliance management.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.

No candidate is expected to meet every desired skill / experience listed. If your background differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to the role, we encourage you to apply.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

• Safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.
• Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community.
• Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services.
• Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all - irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics - NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.