Senior Advisor, Design and Commissioning | Wellington Region

Job Description

Te āhuatunga a te tūranga/About the Role

We are looking for two Senior Advisors to join our Design and Commissioning team in the Commissioning and Service Improvement Unit (CSI). In CSI, we work to support the delivery of positive change in the justice system for a safe and fair Aotearoa.

As a Senior Advisor, you will contribute to medium to large scale service design projects, by applying your broad knowledge of project management and design practices to support the development and delivery of enduring, customer-centric improvements.

These are fixed-term roles for 12 months.

He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience

The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills and provides an opportunity to further develop your project management, process design, workshop facilitation, and change management skills using a range of improvement methodologies.

Ideally, the skills and experience we are looking for include:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Project management experience
• A good understanding of design and of improvement methodologies
• Proven experience in delivering operational excellence through successful application of design and improvement methodologies
• A demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive stakeholder relationships and effective networks across and within organisations
• Justice sector knowledge
• Comfort in working in a fast-paced environment and complex environment

Mō te tīma/About our Team

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

Design and Commissioning is a high-performing team tasked with providing high quality service design and improvement services to the Operations and Service Delivery group within the Ministry of Justice. 

We have a diverse and varied work programme, covering all aspects of the Justice system, from supporting the Judiciary to expand solution focused courts to reviewing Ministry commissioned services to ensure people's needs are continually at the core of service provision. As part of our team, you'll find that no two projects are the same and you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the way justice services are delivered.

Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. It's our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated. 

Tono mai/How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $84,366 and $110,172 based on skills and experience.

Applications close on 12 February 2023.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz.