Senior National Contracts Lead — Funding & Compliance

Ministry of Social Development; Wellington; On-site; NZD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is seeking a Senior National Contracts Development Officer to lead the development, review, and administration of social service contracts and funding agreements. You will translate funding arrangements into clear contract documentation and guide junior staff.

This senior role focuses on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement within a values-driven government team, with emphasis on stakeholder collaboration and proficiency in Microsoft Office

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration, funding agreement management, or a similar role within a complex organisation.
• Ability to interpret contract instructions, funding arrangements, and business requirements into accurate documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify inconsistencies, risks, and documentation issues.
• Experience coaching and supporting others to build capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and administer social service contracts and funding agreements.
• Translate funding arrangements into clear contractual documentation and support stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to Contract Development Officers and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Contract administration

Funding agreement management

Attention to detail

Stakeholder collaboration

Interpreting instructions

Financial accuracy

Guidance to colleagues

Time management

Microsoft Office

Contract management systems (SAP/OR)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is seeking a Senior National Contracts Development Officer to lead the development, review, and administration of social service contracts and funding agreements. You will translate funding arrangements into clear contract documentation and guide junior staff.

This senior role focuses on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement within a values-driven government team, with emphasis on stakeholder collaboration and proficiency in Microsoft Office