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posted_at: 12 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Unit Manager- Practice Quality and Capability
• Ensure the robust delivery of the NZ Aid Programme
• Leadership opportunity that directs a team of experts
• Work in partnership with a supportive Manager
Rewarding opportunity for a generalist manager with a passion for developing collaborative teams
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The Unit Manager—Practice, Quality and Capability leads a team that provides guidance and mentoring
Unit Manager- Practice Quality and Capability
• Ensure the robust delivery of the NZ Aid Programme
• Leadership opportunity that directs a team of experts
• Work in partnership with a supportive Manager
Rewarding opportunity for a generalist manager with a passion for developing collaborative teams
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The Unit Manager—Practice, Quality and Capability leads a team that provides guidance and mentoring to ensure the effective, robust and high-quality delivery of the New Zealand Aid Programme. It is part of a wider division that provides assurance for the Ministry that aid is being spent appropriately.
Key accountabilities for the role include:
• People Leadership, including leading a team of 11 specialists;
• Business and Programme Management
• Functional Management
• Ministerial servicing
• Relationship management
For more detail you can view a copy of the position description here
The appointing salary range for this role is $159,204 to $187,299... total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We’d like to hear from you if you are an experienced people leader with the following skills and experience:
• Managing, leading and developing high performing, multi- functional and collaborative teams;
• A background in management consulting, including writing compelling business cases
• Solid understanding of project and programme management principles.
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
For a confidential discussion please email yelena.hill@mfat.govt.nz
To be considered for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance at Confidential level.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on Monday 10th April 2023
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns Show more details...
• Ensure the robust delivery of the NZ Aid Programme
• Leadership opportunity that directs a team of experts
• Work in partnership with a supportive Manager
Rewarding opportunity for a generalist manager with a passion for developing collaborative teams
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The Unit Manager—Practice, Quality and Capability leads a team that provides guidance and mentoring to ensure the effective, robust and high-quality delivery of the New Zealand Aid Programme. It is part of a wider division that provides assurance for the Ministry that aid is being spent appropriately.
Key accountabilities for the role include:
• People Leadership, including leading a team of 11 specialists;
• Business and Programme Management
• Functional Management
• Ministerial servicing
• Relationship management
For more detail you can view a copy of the position description here
The appointing salary range for this role is $159,204 to $187,299... total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We’d like to hear from you if you are an experienced people leader with the following skills and experience:
• Managing, leading and developing high performing, multi- functional and collaborative teams;
• A background in management consulting, including writing compelling business cases
• Solid understanding of project and programme management principles.
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
For a confidential discussion please email yelena.hill@mfat.govt.nz
To be considered for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance at Confidential level.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on Monday 10th April 2023
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns Show more details...
via Jobs.mfat.govt.nz
posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
• Provide legal support for our diplomats in New Zealand and overseas
• Join a high performing legal team
• Build your career in a key government department
Advise on a range of corporate and public law matters arising all around the world in a unique foreign affairs and trade environment.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The Legal Counsel is a specialist professional position in our Corporate Legal Unit, working with others in the
• Provide legal support for our diplomats in New Zealand and overseas
• Join a high performing legal team
• Build your career in a key government department
Advise on a range of corporate and public law matters arising all around the world in a unique foreign affairs and trade environment.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The Legal Counsel is a specialist professional position in our Corporate Legal Unit, working with others in the team to provide sound legal advice to all parts of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The Corporate Legal Unit supports our diplomats in their work to make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. The role provides an opportunity to work on a wide variety of matters, from core public sector work to unique matters involving diplomatic immunity and privileges.
Responsibilities include:
• Advising on corporate legal matters, including property and leasing;
• Supporting the management of litigation and development of legislation;
• Advising on... core public sector matters, including constitutional and administrative law, te Tiriti o Waitangi and OIA/Privacy law
For more detail you can view a copy of the position description here
The anticipated range for this role will be $74,139 and $100,305 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution. We expect to appoint around the midpoint $87,222 – give or take depending on your level of experience
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We would like to hear from you if you are a capable lawyer with:
• A background in the public and/or private sectors,
• At least 3 years post admission experience,
• And an interest in building your legal career.
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.
If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too – as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
If you have any questions prior to putting in your application contact Jeremy Salmond, Corporate Counsel on Jeremy.Salmond@mfat.govt.nz.
You must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident and be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday 11 April 2023
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process Show more details...
• Join a high performing legal team
• Build your career in a key government department
Advise on a range of corporate and public law matters arising all around the world in a unique foreign affairs and trade environment.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The Legal Counsel is a specialist professional position in our Corporate Legal Unit, working with others in the team to provide sound legal advice to all parts of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The Corporate Legal Unit supports our diplomats in their work to make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. The role provides an opportunity to work on a wide variety of matters, from core public sector work to unique matters involving diplomatic immunity and privileges.
Responsibilities include:
• Advising on corporate legal matters, including property and leasing;
• Supporting the management of litigation and development of legislation;
• Advising on... core public sector matters, including constitutional and administrative law, te Tiriti o Waitangi and OIA/Privacy law
For more detail you can view a copy of the position description here
The anticipated range for this role will be $74,139 and $100,305 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution. We expect to appoint around the midpoint $87,222 – give or take depending on your level of experience
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We would like to hear from you if you are a capable lawyer with:
• A background in the public and/or private sectors,
• At least 3 years post admission experience,
• And an interest in building your legal career.
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.
If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too – as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
If you have any questions prior to putting in your application contact Jeremy Salmond, Corporate Counsel on Jeremy.Salmond@mfat.govt.nz.
You must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident and be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday 11 April 2023
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process Show more details...
via Jobs.mfat.govt.nz
posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
• Highly visible leadership role providing genuine opportunities to shape mind-sets, introduce new concepts and shift culture.
• Inspiring and challenging environment working alongside passionate people
• Flexible work options, supportive teams and inclusive culture
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
As a key member of an engaged and collaborative leadership team, you will lead a team working closely with managers, staff and their partners
• Highly visible leadership role providing genuine opportunities to shape mind-sets, introduce new concepts and shift culture.
• Inspiring and challenging environment working alongside passionate people
• Flexible work options, supportive teams and inclusive culture
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
As a key member of an engaged and collaborative leadership team, you will lead a team working closely with managers, staff and their partners and whanau within dedicated business group portfolios across our global network. Applying a people lens to everything the team delivers, you are responsible for ensuring an engaged and capable team with the right skills and aptitude to deliver expert HR business partnering services and support (onshore and offshore) in line with the HR Operating Model.
This includes responsibility for strategic oversight of work, managing a co-ordinated and consistent approach to delivery across all HR portfolio groups, and balancing workloads and... opportunities, and allocating portfolios to team members as required. The role is also responsible for management of the Speak-Up Safely service and portfolio, managing the confidential advisory service and advisers,
Through the above, you will review, design, implement, imbed and lead new initiatives, while managing day to day HR and BAU demands. It’s a future focused role with exciting things on the horizon, and requires a very special individual to make it a success…
The appointment range for this role is $137,210 to $185,638 – negotiable depending on experience.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an expert and self-managing HR professional who is exceptional under pressure and who brings a great passion, diplomacy, care and vitality to their work. You will be known for your empowering and engaging leadership approach, your strategic agility and your ability to deliver time and time again. A high level of tact, diplomacy and confidentiality goes without saying.
You’re collaborative and inclusive, recognising and valuing the past, balanced with the ability to see a practical and smart way forward. Patience, resilience, and an ability to engage and influence will be the making of you…as will be a “nothing too big, nothing too small” attitude.
To be successful in the role, you will bring:
• An empowering and engaging leadership approach
• Ability to create, implement, manage, and improve services so they are right for the organisation
• High levels of agility, energy, and curiosity
• Strategic agility and understanding of how to implement a vision
• Your exceptional planning, preparation, prioritisation, and organisational skills
• A working knowledge of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and the implications of these for the work of Manatū Aorere - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
• You are ambitious and driven, with impeccable relationship-building skills and are excited by a challenge.
• You have strong consulting and influencing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships where you are considered a true business partner.
• You can carefully balance both the business and the individual’s interests and are not afraid to challenge leaders when required.
• You are strategic in your thinking but people-focused in your execution, and you have the ability to educate and influence leaders to follow suit.
• You bring 6-8 years of HR Business Partnering experience, preferably with Commercial departments, and are commercially astute with a genuine interest in understanding the business and achieving business results.
• Previous experience in transformational HR initiatives is desired but not necessary; more important is learning agility and the ability to adapt to change and navigate uncertainty.
• You are degree qualified in HR, psychology or business
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Please find a copy of the PD here
For a confidential discussion please email Belinda.wallace@mfat.govt.nz
You must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process.
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at 9pm Wednesday 12 April 2023 Show more details...
• Inspiring and challenging environment working alongside passionate people
• Flexible work options, supportive teams and inclusive culture
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
As a key member of an engaged and collaborative leadership team, you will lead a team working closely with managers, staff and their partners and whanau within dedicated business group portfolios across our global network. Applying a people lens to everything the team delivers, you are responsible for ensuring an engaged and capable team with the right skills and aptitude to deliver expert HR business partnering services and support (onshore and offshore) in line with the HR Operating Model.
This includes responsibility for strategic oversight of work, managing a co-ordinated and consistent approach to delivery across all HR portfolio groups, and balancing workloads and... opportunities, and allocating portfolios to team members as required. The role is also responsible for management of the Speak-Up Safely service and portfolio, managing the confidential advisory service and advisers,
Through the above, you will review, design, implement, imbed and lead new initiatives, while managing day to day HR and BAU demands. It’s a future focused role with exciting things on the horizon, and requires a very special individual to make it a success…
The appointment range for this role is $137,210 to $185,638 – negotiable depending on experience.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an expert and self-managing HR professional who is exceptional under pressure and who brings a great passion, diplomacy, care and vitality to their work. You will be known for your empowering and engaging leadership approach, your strategic agility and your ability to deliver time and time again. A high level of tact, diplomacy and confidentiality goes without saying.
You’re collaborative and inclusive, recognising and valuing the past, balanced with the ability to see a practical and smart way forward. Patience, resilience, and an ability to engage and influence will be the making of you…as will be a “nothing too big, nothing too small” attitude.
To be successful in the role, you will bring:
• An empowering and engaging leadership approach
• Ability to create, implement, manage, and improve services so they are right for the organisation
• High levels of agility, energy, and curiosity
• Strategic agility and understanding of how to implement a vision
• Your exceptional planning, preparation, prioritisation, and organisational skills
• A working knowledge of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and the implications of these for the work of Manatū Aorere - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
• You are ambitious and driven, with impeccable relationship-building skills and are excited by a challenge.
• You have strong consulting and influencing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships where you are considered a true business partner.
• You can carefully balance both the business and the individual’s interests and are not afraid to challenge leaders when required.
• You are strategic in your thinking but people-focused in your execution, and you have the ability to educate and influence leaders to follow suit.
• You bring 6-8 years of HR Business Partnering experience, preferably with Commercial departments, and are commercially astute with a genuine interest in understanding the business and achieving business results.
• Previous experience in transformational HR initiatives is desired but not necessary; more important is learning agility and the ability to adapt to change and navigate uncertainty.
• You are degree qualified in HR, psychology or business
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Please find a copy of the PD here
For a confidential discussion please email Belinda.wallace@mfat.govt.nz
You must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process.
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at 9pm Wednesday 12 April 2023 Show more details...
via Jobs.mfat.govt.nz
posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
• Fantastic first leadership role opportunity
• Lead your team to provide HR support to people around the globe
• Work alongside a supportive manager to keep driving continuous improvement
Lead a team comprising an Adviser and People Coordinators to provide responsive and high quality HR support to the Ministry’s people leaders and employees in New Zealand and at our network of offshore offices
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Lead
• Fantastic first leadership role opportunity
• Lead your team to provide HR support to people around the globe
• Work alongside a supportive manager to keep driving continuous improvement
Lead a team comprising an Adviser and People Coordinators to provide responsive and high quality HR support to the Ministry’s people leaders and employees in New Zealand and at our network of offshore offices
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Lead the team to provide high quality HR documentation, position management and policy advice. As the first person appointed to this role, you’ll have an opportunity to make your mark – coaching the team, improving processes and working collaboratively across the People Division.
• Lead and coach the team to provide high quality documentation and advice
• Embed new Successfactors modules
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement
The anticipated appointment range for this role is $81,616 to $110,422 – negotiable depending on experience.
Mā... wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
• Experience in a high volume HR team
• Ability to motivate and coach others
• An eye for continuous improvement
• Experience with an HRIS (ideally Successfactors)
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Please find a copy of the PD here
For a confidential discussion please email Abbey Macalister
You must be able a NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident and be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 12 April 2023 Show more details...
• Lead your team to provide HR support to people around the globe
• Work alongside a supportive manager to keep driving continuous improvement
Lead a team comprising an Adviser and People Coordinators to provide responsive and high quality HR support to the Ministry’s people leaders and employees in New Zealand and at our network of offshore offices
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Lead the team to provide high quality HR documentation, position management and policy advice. As the first person appointed to this role, you’ll have an opportunity to make your mark – coaching the team, improving processes and working collaboratively across the People Division.
• Lead and coach the team to provide high quality documentation and advice
• Embed new Successfactors modules
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement
The anticipated appointment range for this role is $81,616 to $110,422 – negotiable depending on experience.
Mā... wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
• Experience in a high volume HR team
• Ability to motivate and coach others
• An eye for continuous improvement
• Experience with an HRIS (ideally Successfactors)
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Please find a copy of the PD here
For a confidential discussion please email Abbey Macalister
You must be able a NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident and be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 12 April 2023 Show more details...
via Jobs.mfat.govt.nz
posted_at: 15 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
• Flexible working arrangements are supported, in agreement with managers.
• Work with Pacific Island stakeholders and travel periodically within the region.
• Wellington based.
This exciting role will see you working with Pacific Island countries on complex policy issues and development projects to tackle the major issues threatening our ocean, such as climate change.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
As Senior Adviser, Pacific Ocean
• Flexible working arrangements are supported, in agreement with managers.
• Work with Pacific Island stakeholders and travel periodically within the region.
• Wellington based.
This exciting role will see you working with Pacific Island countries on complex policy issues and development projects to tackle the major issues threatening our ocean, such as climate change.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
As Senior Adviser, Pacific Ocean and Fisheries, you will play a transformational role providing strategic and policy advice on Pacific oceans related issues. The role contributes significantly to shaping Aotearoa New Zealand’s contribution to the Pacific regional oceans programme, helping to deliver International Development Cooperation and policy initiatives for ocean governance and fisheries management in the Pacific region.
The ‘Blue Pacific Continent’ embodies and frames Pacific identity, and the health of the ocean will do much to determine the region’s future. The Senior... Adviser role contributes materially to giving this effect by supporting programmes and institutions dedicated to a healthy Pacific Ocean and improving the resilience and sustainability of the people and nature reliant on the marine environment.
Work in this area includes:
• Addressing the impacts of climate change on the ocean and realising the mitigation and adaptioan potential offered by the ocean.
• Supporting the development of robust ocean governance in the region to drive global action.
• Navigating the complex issue of deep-sea mining to ensure the effective protection of the marine environment.
• Developing ocean science capacity in the Pacific and promoting scientific collaboration
The Senior Adviser, Pacific Ocean and Fisheries, will play a unique role in New Zealand’s Development and policy initiatives for ocean governance and fisheries management in the Pacific region.
• Work with Pacific national and regional agencies on Pacific oceans initiatives identified as priority issues by the region.
• Stragetically lead on definition and delivery of Pacific oceans and fisheries policy priorities.
• Contribute to the division’s delivery of its planned and agreed development investments to realise its strategic priorities and high level outcomes.
For more detail you can view a copy of the position description here
The full salary range for this role is min $117,541 midpoint of $138,283 – max $159,025 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.
We expect to appoint around the midpoint – depending on your level of experience.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We’d like to hear from you if you are an experienced Adviser with the following skills and experience:
• a strong understanding of Pacific oceans and/or fisheries issues and a clear appreciation of approaches that can sustainably support the ambitions of Pacific partners.
• understanding of the key challenges facing developing countries and the role that effective development assistance plays in supporting priority issues for the Pacific.
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.
If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too – as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
For a confidential discussion please call/email Stephen Harris on Stephen.harris@mfat.govt.nz +64 21 246 1652
To be considered for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on 2nd April 2023
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns Show more details...
• Work with Pacific Island stakeholders and travel periodically within the region.
• Wellington based.
This exciting role will see you working with Pacific Island countries on complex policy issues and development projects to tackle the major issues threatening our ocean, such as climate change.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
As Senior Adviser, Pacific Ocean and Fisheries, you will play a transformational role providing strategic and policy advice on Pacific oceans related issues. The role contributes significantly to shaping Aotearoa New Zealand’s contribution to the Pacific regional oceans programme, helping to deliver International Development Cooperation and policy initiatives for ocean governance and fisheries management in the Pacific region.
The ‘Blue Pacific Continent’ embodies and frames Pacific identity, and the health of the ocean will do much to determine the region’s future. The Senior... Adviser role contributes materially to giving this effect by supporting programmes and institutions dedicated to a healthy Pacific Ocean and improving the resilience and sustainability of the people and nature reliant on the marine environment.
Work in this area includes:
• Addressing the impacts of climate change on the ocean and realising the mitigation and adaptioan potential offered by the ocean.
• Supporting the development of robust ocean governance in the region to drive global action.
• Navigating the complex issue of deep-sea mining to ensure the effective protection of the marine environment.
• Developing ocean science capacity in the Pacific and promoting scientific collaboration
The Senior Adviser, Pacific Ocean and Fisheries, will play a unique role in New Zealand’s Development and policy initiatives for ocean governance and fisheries management in the Pacific region.
• Work with Pacific national and regional agencies on Pacific oceans initiatives identified as priority issues by the region.
• Stragetically lead on definition and delivery of Pacific oceans and fisheries policy priorities.
• Contribute to the division’s delivery of its planned and agreed development investments to realise its strategic priorities and high level outcomes.
For more detail you can view a copy of the position description here
The full salary range for this role is min $117,541 midpoint of $138,283 – max $159,025 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.
We expect to appoint around the midpoint – depending on your level of experience.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We’d like to hear from you if you are an experienced Adviser with the following skills and experience:
• a strong understanding of Pacific oceans and/or fisheries issues and a clear appreciation of approaches that can sustainably support the ambitions of Pacific partners.
• understanding of the key challenges facing developing countries and the role that effective development assistance plays in supporting priority issues for the Pacific.
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.
If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too – as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
For a confidential discussion please call/email Stephen Harris on Stephen.harris@mfat.govt.nz +64 21 246 1652
To be considered for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on 2nd April 2023
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns Show more details...
via Jobs.mfat.govt.nz
posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
• Practical, meaningful climate change work
• Support our Pacific region to adapt to climate change and reduce emissions
• Wellington-based role with flexible working arrangements/hours negotiable
Help deliver New Zealand’s expanded climate action activities in our region.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
We have a Senior Adviser position available within our Climate Change and Environment Delivery team.
This role has a climate
• Practical, meaningful climate change work
• Support our Pacific region to adapt to climate change and reduce emissions
• Wellington-based role with flexible working arrangements/hours negotiable
Help deliver New Zealand’s expanded climate action activities in our region.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
We have a Senior Adviser position available within our Climate Change and Environment Delivery team.
This role has a climate change delivery focus, and if successful you will have the opportunity to make a difference for some of the most vulnerable countries in the world.
As a Senior Adviser you will have the opportunity to put your skills and experience in climate change, environment, development, and project design and delivery into practice while helping to deliver on New Zealand’s $1.3b climate commitment.
You’ll become part of our dedicated and supportive delivery team working to make an impact with New Zealand’s offshore climate activities.
This is an important... action oriented role in which you will provide policy advice and programme delivery on climate change and environment activities by:
• Providing analytical, technical and strategic advice in the areas of climate change and the environment for Pacific Development Group (PDG), the wider Ministry and the Minister.
• Assisting in the design and management of development activities and the effective delivery of New Zealand’s Aid Programme in support of the government’s objectives for New Zealand’s international development assistance.
• Working with international, regional and national agencies on climate change and environment initiatives particularly in the Pacific context.
• Supporting the achievement of the division’s strategic priorities and high level outcomes.
To find out more you can see the position description for the Senior Adviser role here
Please note that you will be expected to travel periodically including to developing countries, predominantly in the Pacific, when possible.
The apointment range for the Senior Adviser is $117,541 to $138,283 total remuneration including employer contribution to Kiwisaver– negotiable depending on experience.
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. It is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist roles) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you will need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy career you will be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We’ll be looking for you to demonstrate a more comprehensive understanding of climate issues, as well as an understanding of the complexity in addressing them.
In particular we will be looking for you to demonstrate the following on your application:
• Your experience working on climate change and/or environment related issues
• Your experience and understanding of:
• environment ecosystems and biodiversity work and climate funds in the Pacific context preferable; and
• Pacific regional environment policies, frameworks and organisations
• Experience working in an international context and a sound understanding of development issues and practice
• Proven experience developing strategies and initiatives that are well founded, technically sound, practical and appropriate
• Proven ability to see beyond the immediate issues and comprehend the ‘big picture’ so that opportunities are identified and risks properly assessed
Project Management experience would be helpful but is not essential
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Please let us know on your application if you are interested in being considered for the Adviser role, the Senior Adviser role or both.
For a confidential discussion please email Ricky.Utting@mfat.govt.nz
You must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at midnight on Monday 10th April 2023 Show more details...
• Support our Pacific region to adapt to climate change and reduce emissions
• Wellington-based role with flexible working arrangements/hours negotiable
Help deliver New Zealand’s expanded climate action activities in our region.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
We have a Senior Adviser position available within our Climate Change and Environment Delivery team.
This role has a climate change delivery focus, and if successful you will have the opportunity to make a difference for some of the most vulnerable countries in the world.
As a Senior Adviser you will have the opportunity to put your skills and experience in climate change, environment, development, and project design and delivery into practice while helping to deliver on New Zealand’s $1.3b climate commitment.
You’ll become part of our dedicated and supportive delivery team working to make an impact with New Zealand’s offshore climate activities.
This is an important... action oriented role in which you will provide policy advice and programme delivery on climate change and environment activities by:
• Providing analytical, technical and strategic advice in the areas of climate change and the environment for Pacific Development Group (PDG), the wider Ministry and the Minister.
• Assisting in the design and management of development activities and the effective delivery of New Zealand’s Aid Programme in support of the government’s objectives for New Zealand’s international development assistance.
• Working with international, regional and national agencies on climate change and environment initiatives particularly in the Pacific context.
• Supporting the achievement of the division’s strategic priorities and high level outcomes.
To find out more you can see the position description for the Senior Adviser role here
Please note that you will be expected to travel periodically including to developing countries, predominantly in the Pacific, when possible.
The apointment range for the Senior Adviser is $117,541 to $138,283 total remuneration including employer contribution to Kiwisaver– negotiable depending on experience.
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. It is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist roles) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you will need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy career you will be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We’ll be looking for you to demonstrate a more comprehensive understanding of climate issues, as well as an understanding of the complexity in addressing them.
In particular we will be looking for you to demonstrate the following on your application:
• Your experience working on climate change and/or environment related issues
• Your experience and understanding of:
• environment ecosystems and biodiversity work and climate funds in the Pacific context preferable; and
• Pacific regional environment policies, frameworks and organisations
• Experience working in an international context and a sound understanding of development issues and practice
• Proven experience developing strategies and initiatives that are well founded, technically sound, practical and appropriate
• Proven ability to see beyond the immediate issues and comprehend the ‘big picture’ so that opportunities are identified and risks properly assessed
Project Management experience would be helpful but is not essential
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Please let us know on your application if you are interested in being considered for the Adviser role, the Senior Adviser role or both.
For a confidential discussion please email Ricky.Utting@mfat.govt.nz
You must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at midnight on Monday 10th April 2023 Show more details...
via Jobs.mfat.govt.nz
posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
• Opportunity to join a diverse team supporting the New Zealand Aid Programme
• Your skills will support improvements that New Zealand is implementing across the globe.
• Wellington CBD based with flexible working from home options
Use your IT Service Support skills to drive positive change across the world
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
This role will be a member of the Development Data and Systems Team (DDS). The team’s primary
• Opportunity to join a diverse team supporting the New Zealand Aid Programme
• Your skills will support improvements that New Zealand is implementing across the globe.
• Wellington CBD based with flexible working from home options
Use your IT Service Support skills to drive positive change across the world
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
This role will be a member of the Development Data and Systems Team (DDS). The team’s primary function is to manage and continuously improve data, systems and reporting that relate to the New Zealand International Development Cooperation (IDC) Programme (formerly the New Zealand Aid Programme). DDS sits within the Pacific and Development Group (PDG), which leads an integrated approach to New Zealand’s diplomatic and development engagement with Pacific countries and is responsible for the implementation of the New Zealand IDC Programme globally.
The Service Support Analyst role is responsible for managing support requests by staff that... relate to the system we use at MFAT to manage the New Zealand IDC Programme. You’ll work directly with customers across our business (both in Wellington and at Posts around the world).
• You’ll use your skills to investigate and resolve user support requests and issues.
• You’ll provide system advice where required.
• You’ll manage escalations to vendors where necessary, and keep our people informed of progress towards resolution.
The appointment range for this role is $65,059 to $72,288 (inclusive of 3% employer KiwiSaver contribution) depending on experience.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
• 3 years operating in user facing IT systems service support roles
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong customer facing skills
• Strong investigation and diagnostic skills
• Strong written, verbal communication, and time management skills
Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
You can find a copy of the PD here
If you have any questions please email Steve Scannell
You must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at 9pm on XXXX Show more details...
• Your skills will support improvements that New Zealand is implementing across the globe.
• Wellington CBD based with flexible working from home options
Use your IT Service Support skills to drive positive change across the world
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
This role will be a member of the Development Data and Systems Team (DDS). The team’s primary function is to manage and continuously improve data, systems and reporting that relate to the New Zealand International Development Cooperation (IDC) Programme (formerly the New Zealand Aid Programme). DDS sits within the Pacific and Development Group (PDG), which leads an integrated approach to New Zealand’s diplomatic and development engagement with Pacific countries and is responsible for the implementation of the New Zealand IDC Programme globally.
The Service Support Analyst role is responsible for managing support requests by staff that... relate to the system we use at MFAT to manage the New Zealand IDC Programme. You’ll work directly with customers across our business (both in Wellington and at Posts around the world).
• You’ll use your skills to investigate and resolve user support requests and issues.
• You’ll provide system advice where required.
• You’ll manage escalations to vendors where necessary, and keep our people informed of progress towards resolution.
The appointment range for this role is $65,059 to $72,288 (inclusive of 3% employer KiwiSaver contribution) depending on experience.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
• 3 years operating in user facing IT systems service support roles
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong customer facing skills
• Strong investigation and diagnostic skills
• Strong written, verbal communication, and time management skills
Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
You can find a copy of the PD here
If you have any questions please email Steve Scannell
You must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at 9pm on XXXX Show more details...
via Jobs.mfat.govt.nz
posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
• Play a key role in the operation of New Zealand’s export control regime
• Contribute to enhancing New Zealand’s domestic and international reputation as a responsible exporter of controlled goods
• Wellington based role with flexible options
Join the team that ensures the responsible operation of New Zealand’s export control regime and its contribution to multilateral non-proliferation efforts.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
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• Play a key role in the operation of New Zealand’s export control regime
• Contribute to enhancing New Zealand’s domestic and international reputation as a responsible exporter of controlled goods
• Wellington based role with flexible options
Join the team that ensures the responsible operation of New Zealand’s export control regime and its contribution to multilateral non-proliferation efforts.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
New Zealand faces complex and dynamic security challenges, both domestically and internationally. MFAT needs proactive policy and advice to address these challenges and work with the national security community. ISED is responsible for advising on defence, cyber security, counter-terrorism, and emerging security threats, as well as managing export controls and disarmament policies. Join us in advancing global peace and security.
• Provide policy advice and guidance on issues related to export controls, counter-proliferation, foreign interference, and... diplomatic clearances for ships and aircraft.
• Work with various government agencies, New Zealand exporters, businesses, and academia, and liaise with the Ministry's diplomatic network and international export control regimes.
• Implement recommendations from an independent review of New Zealand's export control regime
For more detail you can view a copy of the position description (HERE)
The full salary range for this role is $81,616 and $110,422 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We’d like to hear from you if you are an experienced adviser with the following skills and experience (full list in the position description):
• You will need to have knowledge of strategic and controlled goods, including weapons, dual-use technologies and emerging threats.
• You will ideally have experience in export controls, counter-proliferation, and related fields, as well as experience providing policy advice and guidance to government agencies.
• You will ideally have knowledge of relevant international export control regimes and experience working with other countries on export controls.
• You will need to have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to communicate complex issues to a variety of audiences.
• You will need to have the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, businesses, and academia.
• You will need to have strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze and interpret complex information and make recommendations based on that analysis.
• You will need to have demonstrated leadership experience, including the ability to manage and mentor staff, and contribute to the delivery of strategic priorities.
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.
If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too – as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Please find a copy of the Position description here
For a confidential discussion please email Peter Noble
To be considered for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance at Secret level.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Secret security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 23rd April 2023.
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns Show more details...
• Contribute to enhancing New Zealand’s domestic and international reputation as a responsible exporter of controlled goods
• Wellington based role with flexible options
Join the team that ensures the responsible operation of New Zealand’s export control regime and its contribution to multilateral non-proliferation efforts.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
New Zealand faces complex and dynamic security challenges, both domestically and internationally. MFAT needs proactive policy and advice to address these challenges and work with the national security community. ISED is responsible for advising on defence, cyber security, counter-terrorism, and emerging security threats, as well as managing export controls and disarmament policies. Join us in advancing global peace and security.
• Provide policy advice and guidance on issues related to export controls, counter-proliferation, foreign interference, and... diplomatic clearances for ships and aircraft.
• Work with various government agencies, New Zealand exporters, businesses, and academia, and liaise with the Ministry's diplomatic network and international export control regimes.
• Implement recommendations from an independent review of New Zealand's export control regime
For more detail you can view a copy of the position description (HERE)
The full salary range for this role is $81,616 and $110,422 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We’d like to hear from you if you are an experienced adviser with the following skills and experience (full list in the position description):
• You will need to have knowledge of strategic and controlled goods, including weapons, dual-use technologies and emerging threats.
• You will ideally have experience in export controls, counter-proliferation, and related fields, as well as experience providing policy advice and guidance to government agencies.
• You will ideally have knowledge of relevant international export control regimes and experience working with other countries on export controls.
• You will need to have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to communicate complex issues to a variety of audiences.
• You will need to have the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, businesses, and academia.
• You will need to have strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze and interpret complex information and make recommendations based on that analysis.
• You will need to have demonstrated leadership experience, including the ability to manage and mentor staff, and contribute to the delivery of strategic priorities.
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Māori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Māori (the Māori worldview) into your work.
If you are just starting on this journey that’s OK too – as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
You can find out more about our staff networks and our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Please find a copy of the Position description here
For a confidential discussion please email Peter Noble
To be considered for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance at Secret level.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Secret security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 23rd April 2023.
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns Show more details...
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Senior Adviser-Agricultural Value Chains
• Contribute to New Zealand’s International Development work in the Pacific
• Help industry generate sustainable income
• Provide agricultural value chain insights, advice and delivery services.
Utilise your agriculture and private sector knowledge to support sustainable economic development.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
This role sits within the Industry and Innovation Unit within the
Senior Adviser-Agricultural Value Chains
• Contribute to New Zealand’s International Development work in the Pacific
• Help industry generate sustainable income
• Provide agricultural value chain insights, advice and delivery services.
Utilise your agriculture and private sector knowledge to support sustainable economic development.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
This role sits within the Industry and Innovation Unit within the Development Economy and Prosperity Division. The division is a key part of the Pacific and Development Group of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. We are increasingly looking to identify and explore opportunities to achieve development impact through innovation, private sector engagement and impact finance.
The Senior Adviser Agricultural Value Chains will utilise experience, knowledge and networks to help MFAT support commercially sustainable international development outcomes benefiting farmers, growers and communities in developing... countries.
Senior Advisers are expected to provide insights and advice on agricultural value chains and private sector. They will be expected to develop and lead complex initiatives in their area of expertise, to analyse market systems and to develop, articulate and refine sectoral focus areas.
Key accountabilities will include:
• Providing strategic insights and advice to support MFAT’s international development partnerships across agriculture and private sector development
• Collaborating with other sector leads (with a focus on agriculture and private sector) to identify opportunities.
• Engagement with MFAT Posts, MFAT Auckland office, other NZ Inc. agencies to advance MFAT’s development priorities in the Pacific.
• Contributing to the division’s delivery of planned and agreed projects to realise strategic priorities and high level outcomes.
The appointment range for this role is $117,541 to $138,283 total remuneration including employer contribution to kiwisaver – negotiable depending on experience.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone with experience working on international development projects/programmes that aim to support agricultural development through taking a private sector development or “market systems development” approach. Applicants need not have tertiary qualifications in agriculture, but should be able to demonstrate a solid understanding and experience of venture building, private sector development, value chains and/or agricultural development in a developing country context.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. We have a number of benefits including:
• Study assistance, and access to online learning tools
• Health and well-being benefits
• Discounted health insurance.
Check out our full benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Please note:
This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you will need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy career you will be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
For a copy of the position description please go to our website: https://jobs.mfat.govt.nz/job/Wellington-Senior-Adviser-Agricultural-Value-Chains/937194510/
For a confidential discussion please email gareth.smith@mfat.govt.nz
You must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Secret security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 19th March Show more details...
• Contribute to New Zealand’s International Development work in the Pacific
• Help industry generate sustainable income
• Provide agricultural value chain insights, advice and delivery services.
Utilise your agriculture and private sector knowledge to support sustainable economic development.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
This role sits within the Industry and Innovation Unit within the Development Economy and Prosperity Division. The division is a key part of the Pacific and Development Group of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. We are increasingly looking to identify and explore opportunities to achieve development impact through innovation, private sector engagement and impact finance.
The Senior Adviser Agricultural Value Chains will utilise experience, knowledge and networks to help MFAT support commercially sustainable international development outcomes benefiting farmers, growers and communities in developing... countries.
Senior Advisers are expected to provide insights and advice on agricultural value chains and private sector. They will be expected to develop and lead complex initiatives in their area of expertise, to analyse market systems and to develop, articulate and refine sectoral focus areas.
Key accountabilities will include:
• Providing strategic insights and advice to support MFAT’s international development partnerships across agriculture and private sector development
• Collaborating with other sector leads (with a focus on agriculture and private sector) to identify opportunities.
• Engagement with MFAT Posts, MFAT Auckland office, other NZ Inc. agencies to advance MFAT’s development priorities in the Pacific.
• Contributing to the division’s delivery of planned and agreed projects to realise strategic priorities and high level outcomes.
The appointment range for this role is $117,541 to $138,283 total remuneration including employer contribution to kiwisaver – negotiable depending on experience.
Mā wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone with experience working on international development projects/programmes that aim to support agricultural development through taking a private sector development or “market systems development” approach. Applicants need not have tertiary qualifications in agriculture, but should be able to demonstrate a solid understanding and experience of venture building, private sector development, value chains and/or agricultural development in a developing country context.
Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. We have a number of benefits including:
• Study assistance, and access to online learning tools
• Health and well-being benefits
• Discounted health insurance.
Check out our full benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
We are also working to grow the diversity of our workforce and the inclusive nature of our workplace. Click on our diversity and inclusion page to find out more.
Mō mātou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Please note:
This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate’ role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted’ outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates. To be considered for one of these positions you will need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy career you will be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
For a copy of the position description please go to our website: https://jobs.mfat.govt.nz/job/Wellington-Senior-Adviser-Agricultural-Value-Chains/937194510/
For a confidential discussion please email gareth.smith@mfat.govt.nz
You must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Secret security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 19th March Show more details...
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