Advisor Strategic Programmes and Advice

About Us | Mo matou

Join the Partnerships and Commissions | Te Aukaha branch and help deliver services that truly matter! From national institutions and commissions to community-driven initiatives like Hapai Hapori Community Operations, Archives National Library, and Ministerial Services, we bring together innovation, strategy, and action to make a positive difference across Aotearoa.

The role | Te tunga

As Advisor - Strategic Programmes and Advice, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of strategic programmes and initiatives across Partnerships and Commissions. Working within a diverse and fast-paced portfolio, you will be part of a team providing high-quality administrative coordination and secretariat support to the Lottery Grants Board, and the leadership team.

You will contribute to the preparation of advice, reporting, and decision-making materials, including briefings and board papers, while coordinating processes and workflows that support effective governance and operational outcomes. This includes supporting the end-to-end secretariat function for Lottery Grants Board activities, such as meeting co-ordination, agenda development, documentation management and ensuring quality and timeliness of materials. The role requires strong organisational, computing, and interpersonal skills, as well as the initiative to manage competing priorities and support multiple stakeholders.

You will also assist with programme and project activities, maintain effective systems and processes, and support your manager and team members as needed. In doing so, you will help strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement in service delivery across community development, grant funding, and the wider voluntary sector, helping achieve meaningful outcomes for communities across New Zealand.

This position is Wellington based only.

What you bring | Nou te rourou

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, timely advice and contribute to high-quality ministerial and board outputs
• Experience supporting governance or Board processes including secretariat functions such as meeting coordination, agenda preparation and quality assurance of Board materials
• Sound understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the ability to work effectively with Maori, Pacific peoples, and diverse communities
• Strong organisational and coordination skills, with experience in reporting, monitoring, and quality assurance, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, using sound judgement and strong organisational skills
• Understanding of machinery of government, including supporting Ministers, boards, and governance processes
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and influence outcomes

For you | Mou

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 $81,441 - $101,349

To review the full job description, please click here.

How to apply'| Me pehea te tuku tono

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.

We're'committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please let us know if there is any'support, we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.'

Applications for this role close 5pm, Sunday 7 June 2026. Please also note that 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 Jayden Vallabh - [email protected]