Senior Strategic Advisor - Design, Delivery & Data (6‑month)

Ministry of Social Development; Wellington; Vor Ort; NZD 143.000 - 178.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Ministry of Social Development in New Zealand is seeking a Principal Advisor to work closely with the General Manager and Director in Design, Delivery & Data, providing high‑level strategic, technical and analytical leadership for the Group. Based in Wellington, this 6‑month fixed term role focuses on shaping strategy, aligning work programmes, and delivering evidence‑informed outcomes.

You will lead programmes, produce insightful analysis, and build strong relationships across DSS and

Qualifikationen

• Proven senior technical leadership in strategic and operational work programmes and service delivery processes.
• Experience designing and implementing mechanisms to gather and use evidence, including lived experience, evaluations, audits and data.
• Strong capabilities across research, evidence and analytical methods, including emerging and innovative approaches.

Aufgaben

• Support the General Manager or Director with strategic direction and business planning, contributing to broader DSS strategic planning
• Contribute to the development of strategic initiatives, frameworks and policies that support organisational transformation and improved outcomes
• Provide leadership for programmes and projects, ensuring work is well planned, monitored and delivered through high‑quality advice
• Produce clear, accurate and insightful written analysis that communicates issues, options and recommendations effectively
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships across DSS, government agencies, service providers and the disability community
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing credible advice on statutory and regulatory obligations and implementation of government decisions
• Identify organisational risks, elevate as appropriate, and keep leaders informed of risks that may impact the success of DSS

Kenntnisse

Strategic leadership

Public sector experience

Disability sector knowledge

Evidence and data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Policy advisory

Risk identification

Jobbeschreibung

The Ministry of Social Development in New Zealand is seeking a Principal Advisor to work closely with the General Manager and Director in Design, Delivery & Data, providing high‑level strategic, technical and analytical leadership for the Group. Based in Wellington, this 6‑month fixed term role focuses on shaping strategy, aligning work programmes, and delivering evidence‑informed outcomes.

You will lead programmes, produce insightful analysis, and build strong relationships across DSS and