Business Support and Improvement Advisor

Business Support and Improvement Advisor at NZ Ministry of Justice, Wellington City

Business Support and Improvement Advisor Be part of shaping our nation's history. This is an exciting time for Te Arawhiti – the Office for Māori Crown Relations. We're about to enter a new phase for the organisation, taking on a new name, with a strengthened focus on completing historical Treaty settlements and supporting Takutai Moana determinations. Following Government's decisions last year to transfer the Māori Crown Relations portfolio to Te Puni Kōkiri, we've redesigned Te Arawhiti so it's ready to take on new challenges, while maintaining much of the unique mahi that makes the culture of our organisation so special. It's a great time to join us as we renew and recommit to our kaupapa. We have a number of opportunities for people who are passionate about the kaupapa, enjoy learning, and achieving tangible outcomes. The work is varied and challenging. With a focus on honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and recognising Māori rights and interests, you'll work with people who share the same values. At Te Arawhiti, you'll be exposed daily to tikanga Māori, supported and encouraged to develop skills and an understanding of te ao Māori, and experience the personal connections and privilege of resolving historical Treaty claims and supporting the recognition of customary Takutai Moana rights. Te Haeata/The Opportunity The Business Support and Improvement Advisor is responsible for ensuring the office environment of Te Arawhiti runs in an efficient and effective manner and is provided with timely and cost-effective support services, working autonomously, collaboratively, and directly with counterparts within Te Arawhiti and the Ministry of Justice to achieve this. An important aspect of this role is identifying and then designing and implementing continuous improvement to systems, technology, processes, and procedures to improve the overall delivery of support services and enhance the user experience at Te Arawhiti. This role is for a fixed term until 28 October 2025 to work within the Te Arawhiti team as we renegotiate our shared services agreement with the Ministry of Justice and agree on the level of support and capability provided in-house for this function within the agreement. Te Arawhiti is a departmental agency of Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice. Our mahi sees the Crown addressing historical breaches of, and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi; we work to restore the Crown's relationship with Māori and help recognise Māori customary rights under Takutai Moana legislation. Joining Te Arawhiti and 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. We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing. These include:

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks.

Te Arawhiti has an employee value proposition, defined as a statement of values, rewards, recognition, support, and culture you can expect when joining Te Arawhiti. With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career. The appointing salary for this role will be between $72,634 and $100,846 based on skills and experience. To 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 23 February 2025; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date. Employer: NZ Ministry of Justice Location: Wellington City Position type: 3 Category: Government, Policy, Planning & Regulation #J-18808-Ljbffr