Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Unique Opportunity for a Senior Advisor to build a development programme for the wider public sector to improve strategic financial management
- Are you passionate about enhancing capability in the public sector?
- Do you thrive in a varied, high-impact role with plenty of stakeholder engagement?
- Want to use your outstanding understanding of learning and development to drive meaningful improvements?
Mō mātou | About Us
At Te Tai Ōhanga - The Treasury, we're dedicated to building a better future for Aotearoa New Zealand. As the Government's lead economic and financial advisor, we aim to raise living standards for all New Zealanders now and for generations to come.
Our people bring diverse perspectives and expertise to address our country's most complex and interconnected challenges, creating real impact in the public sector and across society.
Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role
We are looking for a talented Senior Advisor to join our Head of the Finance Profession team. This is a one-year fixed term role.
This small, dynamic team works collaboratively with government finance professionals, Treasury teams, functional leads, and sector leaders to uplift finance function performance within and across agencies.
Your role will focus on building capability in strategic financial management practice outside of the finance profession. You'll lead and deliver programmes that:
- Build the financial management capability of public service leaders.
- Design a programme of courses and other interventions designed to improve individual and collective financial management skills.
- Support the delivery of this programme to strengthen financial capability system-wide.
Working closely with senior finance leaders, you'll take a leadership role in driving initiatives, including coordinating vital development programmes for public service leaders and the wider finance profession.
Ō pūmanawa | About You
We are seeking someone who is motivated to lift the quality of financial management in the public sector and has a solid understanding of government systems and processes, including the public financial management system.
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of strategic financial management and bring the following:
- A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.
- Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Experience in designing and delivering training or development courses, ideally related to strategic financial management.
- Exceptional planning and organisational skills, with a focus on delivering results.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills—capable of presenting complex ideas with clarity and influence.
- Sound judgement, personal integrity, and an ethical approach.
- The ability to obtain an appropriate security clearance.
Ko ngā hua | What we Offer
We know it's a big job and that's why we take such good care of our Treasury whānau. It starts by supporting your wellbeing with flexible work arrangements and a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives that encourage a positive work/life balance.
The wharenui, at the heart of our workplace, embodies our commitment to diversity and making this an inclusive place that will welcome the unique experiences and perspectives you bring to our collaborative team culture.
A job at the Treasury sets you up for the future you want. We'll prioritise you and your development, offering you many opportunities to train and advance your chosen career path. The work will stimulate and challenge you, helping you learn, grow, and build the experience and skills that employers all over the world will value.
Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now
Please see the Job Description for further detail or for more information and a korero please contact our Talent team at talent@treasury.govt.nz
Rā kati | Applications close 12pm on Tuesday 2nd September 2025. All applications must be made online.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.
Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)