Principal Judicial Advisor, Te Au Reka | Wellington City

Job Description

Principal Judicial Advisor, Te Au Reka

Full Time – Permanent / Secondment opportunity

Wellington Based

Te Au Reka – Improving access to justice for all New Zealanders

Te Au Reka represents the opportunity to make a profound difference to those who work in, and interact with, courts and tribunals. This new digital case management system will help modernise the administration of justice in Aotearoa New Zealand. It will replace highly manual, time-consuming, paper-based processes, transforming the way people access and experience justice in New Zealand.

Te Au Reka is a large, complex and unique programme, spanning courts and tribunals nationwide. In delivering Te Au Reka we're challenging traditional norms in search of more innovative ways of working. We explore, learn and adapt to overcome hurdles and take advantage of opportunities. We are a high functioning and collaborative team working in a fast-paced environment, motivated by the significance of this work and supporting each other to get it done. Te Au Reka is a game-changer and we care deeply about making it a success.

This is where you come in. We'll be implementing Te Au Reka over the next few years and are looking for people to be part of our team.

Te whiwhinga mahi / The opportunity

The Principal Judicial Advisor, Te Au Reka is responsible for facilitating the judiciary's effective participation in this major initiative to modernise the administration of justice through the courts and tribunals of Aotearoa New Zealand.

You will support and advise the Te Au Reka judicial lead and judicial representatives for the Te Au Reka programme, to support effective consultation, collaboration, and decision-making. You will also work closely with the Te Au Reka programme delivery team and Office of the Chief Justice, to support the judiciary on a broad range of topics and issues that relate to Te Au Reka.

You will focus on getting things done with and through others – knowing which key decisions you need to make, where to influence, when to collaborate, and when to delegate. You will welcome and value diversity and contribute to creating an inclusive work environment where differences are acknowledged and respected, fostering a strong team that delivers.

As the Principal Judicial Advisor, you will use your knowledge of the separation of powers and the implication this has for information management, and the Te Au Reka governance requirements, to ensure information has been accurately interpreted and captured from a judicial perspective and that the change has been considered from all angles. You will participate in the writing of papers for the judiciary, undertake research, prepare speeches and provide independent advice and clear updates for the judiciary.

The Principal Advisor reports to the Chief Justice's Chief Legal and Policy Advisor, but your work programme and priorities are set by the Te Au Reka judicial lead and the Te Au Reka Programme Director.

He pūkenga tou / Skills and Experience

To be successful in the role,  you will have the following skills and experience:

• Working in a court environment with an understanding of court processes
• Working with the judiciary and senior managers
• Providing reviews and written reports to a high standard
• Communicating with a wide range of audiences on complex issues

Ko wai mātou / Who we are

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

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

Utu ā-tau / Salary

The appointing salary for this role is between $124,397 and $173,973 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai / How to apply

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

Applications close on Wednesday, 26 September 2023, however we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may invite candidates to interview before the close date.

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