Senior Advisor, Learning and Development | Wellington Region

Job Description

Wellington | Te Whanganui-a-Tara District 

Senior Advisor | Learning and Development

Fulltime, fixed-term - 12 months

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

Te Au Reka represents the opportunity of a lifetime, making a profound difference to those who work in and interact with our courts and tribunals. We are seeking to modernise the administration of justice by replacing highly manual, time-consuming, paper-based process with a new digital case management solution transforming the way people access and experience justice in Aotearoa New Zealand. Te Au Reka is a large, complex and unique programme spanning the courts and tribunals of New Zealand. In delivering Te Au Reka, we are seeking to build the Ministry's capability to deliver complex programmes of change. Working on Te Au Reka will give you the opportunity to use your knowledge and experience, while developing new ways of working. We are building a team who are highly collaborative, curious and adaptable. Te Au Reka is a game-changer and we care deeply about making it a success.

As one of the Senior Advisor for the Te Au Reka programme, you will lead the development and delivery of the learning approach that will equip our diverse learner groups—ranging from OSD staff, judiciary, and legal professionals to third-party providers and participants—with the knowledge and skills necessary to engage with our new digital solution. You will oversee the planning, scoping, design, and delivery of sustainable learning pathways, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness. Your role is critical in empowering learners and aligning learning solutions with the Ministry's strategic goals.

You will collaborate with the Te Au Reka Change and Process teams, operational groups, and key stakeholders including justice partners to develop the learning approach. You will report into the Learning Lead for Te Au Reka. This role requires someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced project environment. You must be organised, collaborative, and adaptable, with the ability to contribute immediately to the success of this large-scale transformation. If you bring strong experience in learning and development, with a demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive impactful results, this is the role for you.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Over 5 years of experience in learning and development, particularly within large-scale transformation or digital initiatives.
• Expertise in adult learning principles and an up-to-date understanding of best practices, trends, and innovations in Learning and Development, with a proven ability to develop a learning approach and implement learning solutions that achieve tangible outcomes.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong project management experience, including the ability to deliver learning initiatives on time, within budget, and to a high standard in a busy project environment.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Be part of a significant initiative that will impact the lives of many across Aotearoa New Zealand. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute to a modernised justice system.

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. 

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• flexible work hours where possible
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The salary band for this role is $98,208 - $135,539 however the apointing salary will be between $98,208 - $126,683 based on skills and experience. 

Tono mai/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.

Applications close on 20 July; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

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

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