Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini.
Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.
Te Haeata/The Opportunity
Are you an experienced senior policy advisor with a proven track record? Do you want to help solve complex problems that impact the lives of New Zealanders?
We are seeking three fixed term senior policy advisors for terms ranging between 12 and 18 months to lead policy work and coach junior advisors.
Successful candidates will be appointed to the Policy Group and placed in a role in the the Courts and Justice Services Policy Unit or the Civil and Constitutional Unit.
Courts and Justice Services Policy Unit
Your work will involve providing advice on topical and important matters such as improving court timeliness and stewardship, our legal aid system, and family law issues. The Courts and Justice Services Policy Unit works to strengthen trust in the laws of Aotearoa New Zealand, administering and providing advice on the legal frameworks, systems and policies that underpin courts and tribunals, family relationships, access to justice and the provision of legal services.
There are two roles in this unit, one in our Courts Timeliness and Efficiency Policy team, and the other in our Family Law team.
Civil and Constitutional Unit
Work in the Civil and Constitutional Unit is varied, underpinned by a strong focus on the rule of law, representative democracy, executive scrutiny, honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the separation of powers, upholding the Bill of Rights and progressing human rights. The Unit is also responsible for the regulation of firearms in New Zealand.
The role in this unit is in Firearms Policy.
Te āhuatunga a te tūranga / About the roles
Our work in the Policy Group is wide ranging, with opportunities to shape thinking and drive legislative change across the justice sector and all of government. We work at the interface of the executive, parliamentary and judicial branches of government. Our work is interesting and challenging, with a chance to apply your critical thinking and relationship management skills.
Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience
Senior Policy Advisors lead programmes of work, coach more junior staff and are supported by our Principal Advisor. These roles require a strong policy skill set. We are looking for someone with a proven track record in:
- problem solving and analysis – Can you analyse complex policy issues and options for addressing them?
- relationship skills – Do you have strong relationship management skills, including with diverse internal and external stakeholders?
- work management skills – Can you prioritise, plan and deliver on multiple workstreams?
- communication skills – Are you an excellent communicator? Can you clearly and simply explain complex information for Ministers and other audiences?
- advisory skills – Do you have extensive knowledge and understanding of the machinery of Government and public policy?
In return, we will:
- prioritise your well-being and professional development,
- empower you to coach others, and be coached by experienced policy professionals, and
- provide opportunities to work on a broad range of important and challenging policy problems.
The successful candidates will have a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience. Experience with the legislative process or a legal background would be an advantage but is not essential. Treaty of Waitangi/te Tiriti o Waitangi analysis skills are highly desirable.
Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.
Mō mātou/About us
At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.
Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. It's our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.
Utu ā-tau/Salary
The appointing salary for this role will be between $111,766 to $154,680, 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 detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.
Applications close on Sunday 6 July. We will be reviewing CVs as they come in and invite successful candidates to interview before the close date.
If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz
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