Advisor Strategic Programmes and Advice (J022210)

Full job description
Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Location: Wellington
Business Group: Community Operations
Branch: Partnerships & Commissions
Salary: $81,441 - $101,34+

Advisor - Strategic Programmes and Advice

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we serve and connect people, communities and government to build a safe, prosperous and respected nation. In other words, it is all about helping to make New Zealand better for New Zealanders.

As Advisor - Strategic Programmes and Advice, you will be key to a wide range of mahi and initiatives, particularly in terms of reporting, policy and programme management and supporting our core programme delivery for the Lottery Grants Board and the Minister of Community and Voluntary Sector.

To be successful in this role, you will have;

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Solid understanding of Te Tiriti O Waitangi and Maori Crown relationships
Strong programme management support and reporting skills
Experience in monitoring and quality assurance
You should also have;

Excellent ability to plan, organize and manage work effectively to meet multiple deadlines
Good understanding of governance and the machinery of government
The ability to rapidly adapt in a fast paced and changing environment
Great stakeholder management skills
A willingness to lead on quality assurance activities
An interest in the community sector, grant making or volunteering
DIA offers opportunities to grow. We invest and believe in our people and offer diverse career opportunities to help them succeed.

If you are looking for a new challenge that encourages you to think innovatively to help make a difference to Aotearoa, then the Department of Internal Affairs could be the place for you

Applications close: 5pm, + June 2025
For more information: please contact Leora Hirsh, Leora.Hirsh@dia.govt.nz
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