Senior Advisor - Wai2750

OverviewJoin to apply for the Senior Advisor - Wai2750 role at Te Tuapapa Kura Kainga – Ministry of Housing and Urban Development NZ.The Wai 2750 Senior Advisor will contribute to the Crown's response to Wai 2750, which hears Maori evidence and lived experience of Crown housing policy and services.

The Inquiry will strengthen Crown and Maori partnerships so, together, we can provide long-term housing solutions that reset the housing system.This role is in Te Kahui, HUD's Maori Crown relations team focused on improving Maori housing and urban development outcomes, for, with and by Maori.

You will partner with HUD's stakeholders to drive Crown outcomes for the Inquiry, building and managing constructive working relationships across functions and with external stakeholders to achieve the Crown's desired results for the Inquiry.ResponsibilitiesSupport the preparation of the Crown's approach for Stage Two of the Inquiry.Foster and develop relationships within HUD and with other agencies to ensure delivery of the Crown's approach.Understand the housing issues raised by claimants and the Crown's housing policies.SalaryThe salary range for this role is $105,780 - $129,286 plus a 3% KiwiSaver contribution.

O wheako, o pukenga | About YouTo thrive in our busy, challenging and changing environment, you will be adaptable, flexible and resilient, and you will bring 'our values' to life as we work together to deliver change.

Experience in producing short-term research projects would be advantageous and you might have a legal or research background.Be committed to strengthening the Maori-Crown relationship and to growing your knowledge and use of te ao Maori, tikanga Maori, and Maori values and perspectives in your work, while supporting others to do the same.Have a working knowledge of te Tiriti, the Waitangi Tribunal and its inquiry processes.Be a strategic thinker who can identify what is important in the medium and long term.Have proven experience working proactively across Crown agencies to reach a desired outcome.Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a good understanding of Tikanga Maori.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to applyPlease click on the APPLY button to be directed to the application page, where you can upload your CV and cover letter.

Applications close at 5pm Wednesday, 17 September 2025; we will review applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the closing date, so please apply early if interested.If you need any support or have any access requirements, please let us know.

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• we offer / Other detailsLocation : Wellington, Wellington, New ZealandSeniority level : Mid-Senior levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : OtherIndustries : Government AdministrationNote : This posting may include links to related roles and alerts for similar opportunities.

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