Strategic Transformation Leader – Wellington

Ministry of Social Development; Wellington; On-site; NZD 143,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Social Development in Wellington seeks a Principal Advisor to act as a trusted strategic partner to the Directors of Business Service Design or Readiness, guiding priorities and leading across a complex portfolio.

You will identify risks and opportunities, connect programmes, and influence governance forums, while building trusted relationships with MSD and external partners to deliver lasting improvements for New Zealanders.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Principal Advisor or similar in large, complex organisations.
• Ability to advise Directors and influence senior leaders.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage risks, issues and dependencies.
• Experience in governance boards, forums and workshops.
• Commitment to Te Ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi in work.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight across multiple programmes and initiatives.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with MSD leaders and external partners.
• Identify risks, opportunities and interdependencies to inform decision-making.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Governance

Relationship building

Communication skills

Job description

Ministry of Social Development in Wellington seeks a Principal Advisor to act as a trusted strategic partner to the Directors of Business Service Design or Readiness, guiding priorities and leading across a complex portfolio.

You will identify risks and opportunities, connect programmes, and influence governance forums, while building trusted relationships with MSD and external partners to deliver lasting improvements for New Zealanders.