Risk and System Governance Group Fixed Term or Secondment to December 2024 The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet's (DPMC) purpose is to advance an ambitious, resilient and well-governed New Zealand. DPMC has a unique role as the trusted advisor, leader and steward of our system of executive government. Within DPMC, the Risk and System Governance Group (RSGG) provides leadership to DPMC's risk and system governance accountabilities.

As a Group, they: drive the National Risk Approach to support evidence-based, future-focused strategic government decision-making that strengthens New Zealand's long-term resilience to our most significant hazards and threats. provide strategic governance support to the collectives of Chief Executives that make up the National Security Board, and the Hazard Risk Board. provide stewardship and leadership to the country's all-of-government strategic crisis management arrangements, strengthening agencies' readiness capabilities and enabling coordinated and effective responses to nationally significant crisis events.

About this role | M tnei tranga mahi The Principal Advisor, Governance will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional thought and system leadership to our governance boardsthe Hazards Risk Board and the National Security Board. This strategic position is responsible for delivering expert guidance, ensuring system-wide inputs, and offering second opinion/assurance advice to elevate the effectiveness of our governance bodies. The role is likely to be primarily focused on the Hazards Risk Board, including work to support refreshing the governance role of and the forward agenda for this board.

The role will also support the work of the wider Governance Team and may support other Risk and System Governance Group work. A full job description is attached. About you | Ko wai koe The successful candidate will have experience and demonstrated capabilities in the following areas: In-depth knowledge of governance frameworks, risk management, and strategic planning.

Significant experience working in a strategic advisory, policy or operational role New Zealand public sector. Prior experience in establishing and running complex inter-agency mechanisms to promote national security priorities. A solid understanding of and experience in national security, risk management and/or emergency management issues.

Proven track record of providing expert advice to high-level governance bodies. Relationship management with Ministers and Senior Officials, and able to build effective stakeholder relationships across the system. Effective provision of Secretariat services, including record keeping, to governance boards.

Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. Security Requirements | Ng Whakaritenga Haumarutanga Normally you must be a New Zealand citizen or hold a Resident class visa. Alternatively, you must have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia with a 10 year checkable background.

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