Consultant - Public Sector Advisory

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Training and development

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Consultant for its Public Sector Advisory practice in Queenstown. You will partner with government entities to enhance service delivery, optimize operations, and implement strategic reforms.

The role focuses on projects that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability within the public sector, offering opportunities to drive meaningful societal impact in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in public sector consulting, government administration, or policy analysis.
• Understanding of public sector operations, challenges, and reform agendas.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to work with quantitative and qualitative data.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in diverse teams.
• Commitment to public service and driving positive societal impact.

Responsibilities

• Support the analysis of public sector service delivery models and operational processes.
• Assist in the development of strategies for organizational efficiency and effectiveness in public entities.
• Gather data and conduct research related to public policy and service delivery benchmarks.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of change management initiatives within government departments.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for project deliverables and client meetings.
• Engage with public sector stakeholders to understand needs and facilitate collaboration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Public sector knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, Business, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a firm specializing in Management Consultancy , is seeking a motivated Consultant for their Public Sector Advisory practice in Queenstown . This role focuses on partnering with government entities and public organizations to enhance service delivery, optimize operations, and implement strategic reforms. You will contribute to projects aimed at improving efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability within the public sector. This is a rewarding opportunity for professionals passionate about making a difference in public service delivery within the Eastern Cape , working on meaningful initiatives that impact communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the analysis of public sector service delivery models and operational processes.
• Assist in the development of strategies for organizational efficiency and effectiveness in public entities.
• Gather data and conduct research related to public policy and service delivery benchmarks.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of change management initiatives within government departments.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for project deliverables and client meetings.
• Engage with public sector stakeholders to understand needs and facilitate collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in public sector consulting, government administration, or policy analysis.
• Understanding of public sector operations, challenges, and reform agendas.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to work with quantitative and qualitative data.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in diverse teams.
• Commitment to public service and driving positive societal impact.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for performance-based recognition.
• Exposure to meaningful public sector projects with societal impact.
• Training and development opportunities focused on public sector consulting.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote settings.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement planning.