- Opportunity to contribute to the Frontline Technology System Upgrade
- Fixed term role for six months
- Flexible Location
- New role, looking for someone to start ASAP!
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.
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We are looking for a highly capable Senior Advisor with social work practice and policy expertise to join our Practice Enablers team! In this role you will leverage your experience and skills to evaluate and develop operational policy and social work practice content to ensure it is ready for our Frontline Technology Systems Upgrade (FTSU).
As the Senior Advisor Design and Policy, you will provide specialised advice in practice design and policy enhancement. This includes:
- leading the design and development of major practice areas, conduct analysis, and provide expert advice on practice policy that will support the development of system tools.
- evaluating practice processes to identify and design improvement opportunities
- assessing practice processes and standards to design and enhance frameworks, models, and tools to ensure these align to best practise.
- This 6-month fixed term role supports our preparation for the Frontline Technology Systems Upgrade (FTSU) programme. The primary focus of FTSU is to replace legacy case management systems that support our work (youth justice, adoptions, care and protection, residences and community homes).
The work will involve collaboration across the Chief Social Worker and Professional Practice group and with stakeholders across the organisation in the development of practice content and policies. In addition, the Senior Advisor Design and Policy represents the team in internal and cross agency initiatives and working groups.
Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring
We are particularly interested in people with strengths and experience in these areas:
- Highly developed written, analytical, review and advisory skills,
- Proven experience designing and writing operational policy, social work practice content and/or business processes that are fit for purpose and easily understood by operational teams and/or external stakeholders,
- Experience evaluating existing practice policies and practice content to identify and recommend improvement areas,
- Demonstrated background in roles with a particular focus on enhancing the quality of services and practices for tamariki and their whānau,
- Good working knowledge of the operational policy development and implementation process,
- Experience in a public sector organisation in a role requiring consultation, communication, and relationship management skills,
- Understanding and commitment to professional practice that is drawn from Te Ao Māori principles of oranga and an appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture,
- Exceptional prioritisation and organisation skills; a keen eye for detail with proven ability to work to deadlines,
- A tertiary qualification or equivalent relevant experience is essential. The qualification may come from a number of different fields of study, including social work (desirable) or other human sciences.
Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $106,416 and $117,782 dependant on experience. 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/
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
Applications for this role close at midnight on 6th May 2025.
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.
