- Fixed term / Secondment until 26 June 2026
- Wellington Based
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Mo tenei turangi mahi | About this role
We're looking for a trusted and experienced Senior People & Capability Advisor to join our team. In this key role, you'll provide high-quality, practical advice across a broad range of people-related matters, while actively supporting and partnering with our current team to deliver effective, people-focused solutions.
You'll also lead or contribute to People & Capability initiatives that drive continuous improvement and enhance capability across the Ministry.
This is a great opportunity to work in an environment where we support each other to succeed, and will give you the autonomy and trust to work to your strengths.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience
Our ideal candidate will bring:
- good generalist base of experience spanning the range of people practices and experiences
- Demonstrated experience in a senior advisory role within HR or People & Capability
- A strong understanding of HR practices and relevant legislation
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- a solution focussed approach to assessing situations using your skills, knowledge and experience to reach the best outcome for everyone
- commitment to developing your cultural capability and capacity in te ao Maori.
Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau | Salary range
Salary range for this role is $108,976 to $132,277 pa. Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.
Nga hua ka puta i te mahi ki MfE | Benefits of working at MfE
- a flexible working approach to embrace a healthy work-life blend
- agile ways of working, allowing you variety and challenges across the organisation as we work as `One MfE'
- active employee networks including Maori Ropu, Asian Network, Neurodivergent and Disability Networks, Women's Network, Tagata Moana (Pacific Peoples' Network), and Rainbow Network
- opportunities for development and education.
Check out other benefits of joining us and hear what our people say about Working at MfE | Ministry for the Environment.
Tono inaianei | Apply now
Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter. Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.
If you require further information about this position please contact [email protected]. The position description is available via our careers centre www.mfe.govt.nz/jobs.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.
We want to ensure any accessibility needs you may have are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all. Therefore, please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make the recruitment process more accessible to you. Please contact us at [email protected] if you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
Ra Katinga | Applications close: Thursday 12th June 2025
