Te Haeata/The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Advisor, or an Advisor who's ready to take the next step in their career, to join our Inquiry Facilitation team and support the important work of the Waitangi Tribunal.
The Waitangi Tribunal Unit provides a comprehensive range of services to the Waitangi Tribunal, a permanent commission of inquiry that inquires into and reports on claims submitted by Māori under the Treaty of Waitangi Act 1975.
The Senior Facilitator is a key analyst and advisor role within the Inquiry Facilitation team. You will provide oversight and mentoring for our Researcher/Analysts and lead advice on the design and running of inquiries.
We're looking for someone who is highly collaborative, has strong analytical skills and thrives in a fast paced work environment with multiple workstreams. You will be able to quickly build and maintain strong working relationships with members of the judiciary (presiding officers), Tribunal members and colleagues across the Waitangi Tribunal Unit.
Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will:
- show a clear understanding of and commitment to the work of the Waitangi Tribunal, with a genuine interest in engaging with te ao Māori
- hold a tertiary qualification in public policy, Māori studies, law, New Zealand history, or another relevant discipline
- strong verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service
- capable of effectively planning and prioritising your own workload, as well as coordinating the tasks of inquiry teams
- knowledge of te reo Māori, tikanga, and mātauranga Māori would be beneficial
- proven experience working in the public service or in related organisations would be beneficial.
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.
The Inquiry Facilitation team is responsible for facilitating the flow of information to support official Tribunal events, providing robust procedural analysis and advice, drafting judicial memoranda-directions, evidential analysis, and inquiry planning to support the Tribunal hearings.
The team works closely with a wide range of people including the judiciary, Tribunal members, claimants and counsel, and engages with and provides analysis and advice on a variety of inquiry material, evidence and submissions.
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:
- 4.4 weeks holiday leave
- 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 appointing salary for this role will be between $98,208 and $135,539 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 there, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV, cover letter and a short writing sample.
The writing sample should be between 5 and 10 pages and demonstrate your professional writing skills.
Applications close on Wednesday 11 June; 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 [email protected]
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