- 1x Permanent fulltime position available
- Role will be based at National Office, Te Whanganui a Tara/Wellington
- We're offering competitive salary starting from $174,846 to $193,569. depending on experience
Mō te tūnga | About the role
As the Manager of External Monitoring and Reviews, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our organisation takes action on advice and guidance from oversight agencies and other external reviews and enquiries. You will also be responsible for monitoring progress against these reviews and recommendations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership: Provide leadership for Oranga Tamariki's responsibilities and accountabilities to Oversight Monitoring agencies.
- Accountability: Ensure clear accountability for actions arising from recommendations by oversight agencies, including the oversight of Ombudsman responses.
- Management: Lead management responses to reviews by external agencies and Oranga Tamariki, clearly defining actions and monitoring progress.
- Royal Commission Response: Lead Oranga Tamariki's response to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in State Care, including actions required from their report and recommendations.
- Corporate Leadership: Focus on corporate leadership rather than relationship management, overseeing a team of 8 direct reports
- Organisational Skills: Highly organised, capable of developing and maintaining a comprehensive work programme, and adept at juggling multiple tasks simultaneously.
This role is based in our Wellington office. Due to the operational requirements and dynamic nature of the role, it will be beneficial for you to have the close support of the team around you. Candidates for this role are required to already be based in Wellington or be willing to relocate to Wellington for this opportunity.
Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring
We are looking for a strong leader who thrives in a corporate environment, adept at supporting feedback and reporting mechanisms. This is a transactional role where you will manage incoming and outgoing tasks efficiently.
Ideal candidate for this role will have proven experience in the following:
- Skilled in leading diverse teams, motivating and inspiring team members to grow professionally
- Expertise in managing complex programmes
- Strong background in developing and implementing policies
- Demonstrated ability to oversee work programmes, ensuring priorities are met and risks are managed effectively
- Experience providing high-quality operational and strategic advice to senior leaders
- Proficient in managing relationships with key stakeholders, including Ministers and other government agencies
- In-depth knowledge of government processes, advising on Cabinet procedures, and building organisational capability
Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.
To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/
Mō mātou | About us
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:
- We put Tamariki first
- We believe Aroha is vital
- We respect the Mana of people
- We are Tika and Pono
- We value Whakapapa
- We recognise that Oranga is a journey
We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.
If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz
Hurry as applications for this role close at midnight on Wednesday 12th March 2025!
However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!
If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.
