Bring strategic advice to a leadership team that thrives on performing under pressure. Actively engage with and support the General Manager, leadership team and wider organisation of Te Khui Khu. Gain exposure to a range of highly visible areas of work across Te Khui Khu and wider social sector.

Te Khui Khu is looking for a talented individual to put their skills into practice to provide strategic advice and operational support to the General Manager. About us | M mtou The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. Were 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, whnau and communities. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Mori, whnau, hap, 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. About the role | M te tnga Te Khui Khu plays a key role in the social sector, providing an accreditation and legislative approval function on behalf of six government agencies. We also provide the administration function for the Core Worker Exemption process as required by the Childrens Act.

This exciting position will see you collaborating directly with the General Manager and wider leadership team, championing work programmes across Te Khui Khu, as well as having a strong external focus where you will build strong relationships and work to influence cross sector work. The role is highly collaborative, and you will be required to support the General Manager with strategic and tactical advice, risk management and operational support, and collaborate closely with senior leaders across the team and other agencies. We are looking for a high achiever who has experience at lead or principal advisory level, an established record of relationship management, a working understanding of te ao Mori, high quality written and verbal advice and analysis skills, and a finely tuned risk radar.

You will demonstrate experience operationalising statutory delegations and the ability to deliver smart and pragmatic solutions to complex problems. Experience working in an organisation that serves the public is essential. To succeed in this role, you will need: Strong experience in providing advice and support to senior leaders Proven experience of managing complex relationships, both internally and externally, with the ability to establish credibility at all levels Experience in the initiation, development and implementation of strategies/initiatives that align with organisational needs and long-term outcomes An understanding of the strategic issues facing the social sector and strong kn.