The Integrity, Ethics and Standards group leads the Public Service in preserving, protecting, and nurturing the spirit of service to the community, and promoting public trust and confidence through the delivery of transparent, trusted, and high-integrity public services. We support public service values, promote open government, provide guidance and advice on a broad range of integrity matters and set standards of conduct and behaviour.  As part of this, we also lead the Commission's investigations and inquiries function, under the Public Sector Act. 

To be successful you will be:

• A seasoned operator who is able to quickly establish credibility with Chief Executives, Ministers, Board Chairs and other senior leaders and stakeholders
• Highly motivated by an environment that operates in a spirit of service with a focus on people and performance
• An influencer and shaper who has led and delivered significant change successfully
• Able to assess and understand complex situations and work through those to achieve solutions
• Able to make connections and deliver results through others
• A recognised performer who has the ability to understand and articulate the wider context and who can quickly achieve the respect of others

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Alastair.Hill@publicservice.govt.nz

We believe in a diverse and inclusive Public Service which reflects the communities that we serve. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job. Talk to us about what flexible work arrangements might work for both you and us