Advisor Maori - Wellington

It's an exciting time to join the Social Investment Agency as we lead change across the public service to implement social investment and support Government to achieve better outcomes from social sector spending.

Ko wai matou | About us Our purpose is to shift the system using data and evidence, so that the system invests earlier and more effectively to improve the lives of New Zealanders.

We focus our efforts on where we can make the greatest impact to lead, and we collaborate with agencies and stakeholders to shine a light on policy issues that fall between the gaps.

As a central government agency, our people are our centre.

They're curious, agile and hardworking, and instinctively care about the wellbeing of others.

Korero mo te turanga | About the role The Maori Advisor provides strategic, cultural, and analytical advice to support organisational priorities and ensure te ao Maori perspectives are embedded across our work.

You will strengthen Te Tiriti-based practice, uplift internal capability, and build effective relationships with iwi and Maori stakeholders.

In this role, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based advice informed by te ao Maori and contribute to projects and strategies that improve outcomes for Maori.

You'll support data-driven insights on social sector issues while building strong partnerships with iwi, Maori organisations, and sector agencies, and coordinating activity across Maori-focused public service networks.

You will help implement the Te Ao Maori capability framework, strengthen approaches to Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments, and support the development of cultural frameworks and staff capability.

The role also involves ensuring information accuracy, managing practice-level risks, and contributing to a safe and healthy workplace.

He korero mou | About you Skills however, we will review applications as they come in and may invite people to interview before the close date.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if an ideal person is found before the close date.