OPCAT Strategy & Performance Lead

Office of the Ombudsman; Wellington; On-site; NZD 136,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Competitive remuneration

Onsite gym and wellness facilities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Career development and mentoring

Job summary

Office of the Ombudsman in Wellington seeks a Principal Advisor - OPCAT to guide strategic, analytical and advisory work, focusing on OPCAT initiatives and impact. You will collaborate with senior leaders, shaping strategy, monitoring performance and delivering insightful reporting.

The role requires extensive experience in strategic analysis, policy development, and stakeholder engagement, with mentoring responsibilities to build capability within the team and across the office.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably in public or administrative law or related discipline.
• Deep understanding of the Ombudsman jurisdiction and role in contemporary society.
• Expert understanding of national and international law relevant to Ombudsman functions, including human rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide authoritative strategic, analytical, and advisory expertise to support long-term priorities and external impact.
• Lead complex pieces of work including strategy development, performance monitoring and thematic reporting.
• Ensure evidence-based, transparent work that informs public sector performance and accountability.
• Mentor and develop team members to grow analytical and advisory capability.

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in public/admin law

Job description

Office of the Ombudsman in Wellington seeks a Principal Advisor - OPCAT to guide strategic, analytical and advisory work, focusing on OPCAT initiatives and impact. You will collaborate with senior leaders, shaping strategy, monitoring performance and delivering insightful reporting.

The role requires extensive experience in strategic analysis, policy development, and stakeholder engagement, with mentoring responsibilities to build capability within the team and across the office.