Strategic Enablement Advisor

Ministry of Social Development NZ; Wellington; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Social Development NZ – Wellington, North Island is seeking a Senior Advisor for a fixed-term role until August 2027. You will provide strategic thinking, guidance across a diverse portfolio and help drive improvements in business services and systems.

The role sits within Whaikaha and involves collaboration with government, disability communities and stakeholders. The position emphasizes high-quality advisory work, relationship building and capability strengthening across strategy,

Qualifications

• Experience providing high-quality advice, analysis and support within a complex organisational environment.
• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people and groups.
• Excellent planning, coordination and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results.
• Experience working with business systems and continuous improvement initiatives, including Microsoft 365-based environments.
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, accessibility and inclusive practice.
• Understanding of the machinery of government is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing advice and analysis that helps solve complex problems and supports informed decision‑making.
• Leading and contributing to projects, work programmes and improvement initiatives that deliver meaningful organisational outcomes.
• Supporting planning, coordination, reporting and delivery across a range of strategic and operational priorities.
• Partnering with leaders and colleagues to identify opportunities, manage risks and strengthen organisational performance.
• Providing practical financial advice and contributing to planning and decision‑making processes.
• Building trusted relationships across government, the disability community and other key stakeholders.

Skills

Advice & analysis

Relationship management

Planning & coordination

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Collaboration across stakeholders

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Ministry of Social Development NZ – Wellington, North Island is seeking a Senior Advisor for a fixed-term role until August 2027. You will provide strategic thinking, guidance across a diverse portfolio and help drive improvements in business services and systems.

The role sits within Whaikaha and involves collaboration with government, disability communities and stakeholders. The position emphasizes high-quality advisory work, relationship building and capability strengthening across strategy,