Principal Advisor Change Management

New Zealand Ministry of Justice

  • Wellington
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
Job DescriptionTe Haeata/The OpportunityDo you want to play a pivotal role in shaping how large-scale projects and programmes deliver meaningful change across the justice sector?The Ministry of Justice is seeking a Principal Advisor, Change Management to join our Enterprise Portfolio Management Office team. Your expertise in change management and investment delivery will directly influence how we govern, deliver, and embed transformation across the Ministry.In this role, you will:
  • drive change management best practice and offer expert guidance on complex change risks and issues
  • partner with business groups to build change management capability across our projects, people leaders, and governance groups
  • deliver enterprise change portfolio impact forecasts and insights for governance groups and decision makers.
You will be part of a team that is committed to continuous improvement and delivering high quality outcomes for New Zealanders. This role provides a unique opportunity apply your expertise at a strategic level, influencing how projects and programmes shape the future of justice in Aotearoa.Ō pūkenga/Skills and ExperienceTo be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate:
  • significant experience in enterprise change leadership within complex organisations
  • experience in developing and improving change management frameworks, practices, and tools, ideally in an investment setting
  • an ability to enhance organisational performance through data, to identify trends and drive improvements
  • exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including stakeholder management and experience influencing people across all levels
  • a working knowledge of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and the implications of these for the work of Te Tāhū o te Ture – Ministry of Justice.
Mō mātou/About usAt Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.The Enterprise Portfolio Management Office is a multi-disciplinary team responsible for advising the Executive team on strategic investment and enabling effective governance of the investment portfolio. We work collaboratively as a team and engage with key functions who have the same passion, to achieve the outcomes that matter.Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working hereJoining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.One of our team members have said, “I enjoy working at the Ministry of Justice because people are supportive, professional development is encouraged and there are always opportunities to learn and gain new experience.”We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:
  • 4.4 weeks holiday leave
  • flexible work hours where possible
  • an online professional development portal
  • access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks
See our full range of benefits .With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.Utu ā-tau/SalaryThe appointing salary for this role is likely to be between $129,129 and $164,144 based on skills and experience. The remuneration band for this role is between $129,129 and $179,192.Tono mai/ApplyTo apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.Applications close on Wednesday, 9 September; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date.If you have any questions, please contactFollow us on

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