Job Description

About Us | Mō mātou

The purpose of the Government Inquiry into the Fatal Landslides in Tauranga is to establish how the fatal landslides occurred, report on whether relevant agencies took appropriate steps to manage any apparent risk in the period immediately prior to the two fatal landslides, including steps to warn and evacuate people likely to be affected by the landslides, and identify any lessons that can be applied to reduce the risk of similar tragedies in future.

The role | Te tūnga

Ideally starting in early July, as Inquiry Support Director you will be responsible for managing a team of highly effective team of business support professionals and identifying and sourcing other resources as required. You will bring extensive planning, reporting and governance experience to the Inquiry working closely with the Head of Advisory, reporting regularly to the Members and Executive Director.

As a key member of the Inquiry’s Senior Leadership team, you will be responsible for providing strategic and intellectual leadership to the Support function primarily addressing governance, business planning, information management and health, safety and security advice.

You will be confident communicator and comfortable working at pace. Politically savvy, you will know how to navigate complex environments, anticipating risks and future issues, tailoring information which connects with a range of audiences.

What you bring | Nōu te rourou

• Experience leading high performing teams responsible for multiple disciplines including information management, governance and Health, Safety and Security
• Depth of knowledge of the role of the Public Service, machinery of government and the independent role of an Inquiry
• A proven history of providing of high-quality services and advice
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results.
• Strong ability to plan, prioritise and reprioritise work and understand critical pathways and connections between teams
• Possess a highly tuned risk radar
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills alongside effective issue resolution and problem-solving skills

For you | Mōu

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.

To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/

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The appointing range for this role is $154k - $181k

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How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

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Applications for this role close Sunday 14th June at 5pm

Please note we will be reviewing CVs and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

If you have any questions please email Jo Attewell – Jo.Attewell@dia.govt.nz