About us
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
Senior Advisor Strategy & Performance
• Fixed term/Secondment for 12 months until end of June 2026
• National Office, Wellington
• Salary range: $102,533 - $124,402
Are you an experienced strategy and performance senior advisor seeking new challenges? Well, do we have an opportunity for you! We are filling a vacancy following an internal secondment and would love you to join us. Our aim is to be the top planning, performance and accountability team in Wellington.
Tā mātou e tuku ana / What we offer
We can offer you a competitive salary and a fantastic central city location. You will have a genuine opportunity to make a real difference as we work to implement best practice across our suite of performance and accountability products. We offer a collegial and supportive team environment, challenging and interesting work, and the satisfaction that comes from knowing your contribution will make a measurable difference to the people of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Mō te tūnga / About the role
In this exciting role, you will:
- Lead complex and highly visible projects
- Provide technical, operational and analytical advice and support
Mōu – Ngā Pūkenga me ngā Wheako / Skills and experience
For this senior role you will need:
- Exceptional written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate issues and concepts clearly and succinctly to meet the needs of both technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience in organisational performance measurement, reporting and accountability processes, including the development and production of key accountability documents such as Estimates of Appropriation, Quarterly and Annual Reports
- Experience in incorporating data into impactful advice
- The ability to lead significant projects, work under pressure and deliver quality work to tight legislative deadlines
- Great relationship management skills, with the ability to engage at all levels and work collaboratively.
If you would like an informal chat to see if this role is for you, we’d be happy to shout you a coffee – please contact Shelley Manager Strategy, Performance and Crown Entities on [email protected] or 029 927 5422.
Position Description
Senior Advisor Strategy and Performance Position Description
Salary range: $102,533.00 - $124,402.00
How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at [email protected]
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Wednesday 18th June, 2025. We will be reviewing applications as they come through, so we encourage early applications.
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.
