Senior Advisor, Readiness & Planning

Full time position

Fixed Term or Secondment until December 2022

Ko wai mātou | About us 

The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet's (DPMC's) purpose is to advance an ambitious, resilient and well-governed New Zealand.

The COVID-19 Group, within DPMC coordinates and, where necessary leads, the all-of-government management of the ongoing pandemic.

Mō tÄ“nei tÅ«ranga mahi | About this role 

The Senior Advisor Readiness & Planning role is to support the National Readiness & Planning programme and the Covid-19 Chairs Board priorities and performance measures. The role will work with others across the COVID-19 response system to deliver a continuous improvement culture across agencies. The role will be part of a team that works with a wide range of agencies in a manner that builds trust, openness, transparency and accountability.

A full job description is attached.

Ko wai koe | About you

We select on capability and welcome a wide range of applications where the candidate can demonstrate experience in the following:

• Experience in continuous improvement of operational arrangements, systems and processes.
• Experience in advising and supporting people at all levels of an organisation
• Excellent relationship management skills including experience building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strategic, conceptual and critical thinking skills and strong analytical ability
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the machinery of government would be an advantage

Ta matou e tuku | What we offer 

Salary range for this position is $95,000 - $110,000 including Kiwi Saver contributions.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. We welcome diversity, in all its forms, in fact we believe it is a strength. 

All DPMC roles are flexible by default and a positive work life balance is encouraged. 

Me pehea te tono |How to apply 

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply online. 

Applications close at 5pm, Sunday 6th March 2022. 

DPMC have adopted a Vaccination Policy which requires all candidates to have a Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate, otherwise known as a My Vaccine Pass (CVC) in order commence employment.