Senior Adviser Director Office of the DCE CPP - National Officeat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)124,578 - 175,875
Senior Adviser
- Office of the Deputy Chief Executive, Communities, Partnerships & Pathways Location: National OfficeBusiness Group: Communities, Partnerships & PathwaysReports to: Director, Office of the DCE Communities, Partnerships & PathwaysDirect Reports: None Mō te tūnga | About the roleAs Senior Adviser to the Office of the Director, Communities, Partnerships & Pathways (CPP), you will provide high-level strategic advice, planning, and assurance to support the Director and CPP leadership team.
This role is pivotal in supporting the effective delivery of community services and alignment with enterprise-wide planning processes.
You will:Provide strategic advice on management, operational, and departmental issues.Lead and develop CPP group performance analysis, and effective risk management and assurance across the group.Develop communication materials and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Support engagement with Executive, CPP leadership and other internal governance forums, including through provision of advice and briefings.Prepare Ministerial, PQ, and OIA responses and coordinate key deliverables.Review and quality assure group output including briefing and decision documents.Undertake projects, investigations, and reviews to inform decision-making.Ensure programmes and initiatives align with Hōkai Rangi outcomes and organisational strategic goals.Support CPP leadership during critical incidents and national responses.
This role requires a proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment.Mōu | About youWe're looking for someone with:Proven experience at a senior advisory level.Experience in performance monitoring and analysis, risk management, and compliance.Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Understanding of Māori cultural settings and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.Awareness of justice sector trends and emergency management frameworks.Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.Ability to deliver and support others to deliver high-quality output in a fast-paced environment.In-depth knowledge of community-based offender services would be an advantage.
What We OfferA role where your expertise will support decision-making at a senior level that directly influences outcomes for communities across Aotearoa.Opportunities for professional development and growth.A collaborative, inclusive work environment committed to diversity and equity.
Ngā painga | The benefitsThe salary range is $124,578- $175,875 per annum.
Mō mātou | About usJoin Ara Poutama Aotearoa
- Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.
We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve.We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
Tono ināianei | Apply NowTo submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency, applications received via email will not be considered.
When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
Applications close on: 11pm Sunday, 1 February 2026.