Principal Adviser - Information Management

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Track record of improving data and info management?
• Are you confident delivering system level change?
• Fixed term role until June 2026 based in Wellington 

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Our Information Management team in the Infrastructure and Digital Assets group have an exciting opportunity in a recently formed team. We are developing a data and information strategic action plan, and you could be pivotal in driving it forward, shaping initiatives and supporting positive outcomes for people in our care.

We're currently looking for a Principal Adviser – Information Management to support information governance and take our strategic action plan to the next level.  You'll be at the forefront of shaping key processes and practices that promote compliance with critical information legislation while boosting the Departments information management maturity.  

As a subject matter expert, you'll guide the development of strategic actions, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to develop and embed best practices.  

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

You'll have extensive experience in advising on and delivering to information management needs in large complex environments.  You'll be able to

• Advise and support delivery of the most effective design and implementation of initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Improve compliance with key legislation, including the Public Records Act, Privacy Act, and Official Information Act through positive collaboration with other functions.
• Champion best practices across the organisation, working with key stakeholders to enhance information management processes.
• Develop and support training to meet current information management standards and practices.
• Utilise knowledge of EDRMS and ideally have experience implementing and supporting SharePoint as an information and collaboration system.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $141,651 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $120,404 - $169,982 per annum.  Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. 

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi (https://corr.nz/hr).

It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau. 

We welcome applications from disabled and neurodiverse communities, all cultures, faiths, and rainbow communities, as we appreciate the richness of experience that diversity brings to our organisation. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at careers@corrections.govt.nz.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

If you have any questions please contact:  maria.papp@corrections.govt.nz

To view the job description, click 'apply' and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this.

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. 

Applications close on: Sunday 27th April 2025

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. 

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at  careers@corrections.govt.nz.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, please do not contact the Hiring Manager directly, instead reach out to careers@corrections.govt.nz