About us
 
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
 
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
 
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
 
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.

Advisor

Permanent role, National Office, Wellington

• Opportunity to play a key role in the development and implementation of initiatives to improve income support products, systems and services

• Provide high quality operational advice while working as part of a great dynamic team

• Contribute and support the delivery of key action plans to enhance client experience

We have a great opportunity for an Advisor to join a diverse, dynamic team in the Income portfolio of MSD. 

The role is highly collaborative, and you will need the confidence and proven ability to develop and manage relationships at all levels across the Ministry and other Government agencies.  
You will demonstrate the ability to work at pace to deliver smart solutions to complex problems and provide pragmatic and effective advice. 
  

You will also:

• Have excellent communication skills including the ability to present clear, concise documentation

• Be able to collaborate with different people across the business at all levels – use your excellent relationship skills, being flexible and adaptable, while keeping business needs at the front of mind

• Have a curious mind capable of understanding complex issues and researching solutions and provide high quality advice

• Provide input to identifying issues that may impact on work programmes and delivery

• Have proven experience delivering quality work to tight deadlines 

• Highly developed analytical skills with the ability to provide robust recommendations

If you have a passion to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent and want to share your knowledge and experience, we'd like to hear from you.