Senior Information Management Advisor

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Social Development (MSD) in Wellington seeks a Senior Information Management Advisor to apply strong information practices across services and solution design. You will collaborate with the IPS Group to deliver governance, risk assessment, and policy guidance while supporting M365/SharePoint lifecycle management.

Role involves migration work from Objective to M365, implementing retention policies, and ensuring compliance with Public Records Act 2005.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and maintaining M365 (SharePoint) with lifecycle management.
• Ability to provide pragmatic advice in complex information landscapes.
• Experience migrating from Objective to M365/SharePoint.
• Strong knowledge of compliance obligations including the Public Records Act 2005.
• Ability to interpret Disposal Authorities into SharePoint retention policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide information management guidance across policies, standards, frameworks, and processes.
• Collaborate with teams to implement good information practices in solution design.
• Conduct information management risk assessments and assurance on complex solutions.
• Support migration from Objective to M365/SharePoint.
• Interpret disposal authorities into retention policies and enforce them.

Skills

M365/SharePoint design

Objective migration

Information governance

Risk assessment

Policy development

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft 365

Objective

Job description

Date: 7 Oct 2026Location: Wellington, NZMultiple permanent roles available including a 12 Month fixed termBased at National Office, Wellington (will consider other locations for the right candidate)The Organisation:The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.As a people-centric organisation, MSD is committed to supporting and enabling New Zealanders. They work with partners across the country to provide social policy, income, employment, and housing support to individuals and communities of all backgrounds. They value diversity, inclusion, fun, and innovation, offering capability development and on-the-job training.The Group:As part of MSD's Organisational Assurance and Communications Group, the Information Privacy and Security (IPS) Group offer support and advice across Information Management, Security and Privacy domains.Your Role:You will join as a Senior Information Management Advisor to join the team, during a time of change. You will bring your extensive knowledge in Information Management to ensure good information practices are applied to business services and solution design. You will work collaboratively with other team members and the wider business to deliver the Group's functional activities.We welcome applicants who have experience across multiple areas below:Design and maintenance of M365 (SharePoint) and/or Objective with a focus on ensuring lifecycle management is built inExperience in providing pragmatic advice in complex information landscapesProviding technical expertise and by design advice to build good information practices into solution designDemonstrated experience of providing information management risk assessment and assurance on complex solutionsExperience in migration of Objective to M365 (SharePoint)Excellent understanding of relevant statutes, rules, and regulations, including compliance obligations under the Public Records Act 2005Capability to develop, maintain, and implement Information policies, standards, frameworks, guidance, training, and processesAbility to interpret Disposal Authorities into SharePoint retention policies either natively or via 3rd party toolingStrong relationship management skills to influence the implementation of fit-for-purpose business solutionsAbility to apply pragmatic information management solutions to complex issuesExperienced and confident in applying technical expertise in a flexible, agile wayWhat's in it for you?Supportive leadershipEnjoy a mix of strategic and tactical workWorking collaboratively with experts across the information domains to achieve good outcomesFlexible working arrangementsCore values:Manaaki - We care about the wellbeing and success of peopleMahi tahi - We work together, making a difference for communitiesWhanau - We are inclusive and build a sense of belonging and placeTika me te pono - We do the right thing with integrityJoin them today and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others. You must have a valid NZ work visa for your application to be considered.Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tungahttp://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-organisational-assurance-and-communication/information/senior-information-management-advisor.docxSalary | Utu-a-tau: $119,586.00 - $145,235.00Applications close | Ka kati nga tono hei te: Wednesday 21st October 2026How to apply | Me pehea te tuku tonoBefore you submit your application, please take a moment to review our guidance to understand how AI can best support your application. Candidate Guidance - Responsible AI use in recruitmentTo apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process. Please highlight how your skills and experience relate to the key responsibilities listed in the position description and job advertisement.All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at [e-mail] MSD Employees - please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.Joining us | Ko te hono maiJoining MSD means being part of a whanau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.