Senior Advisor, Accountability, Risk and Assurance

Senior Advisor, Accountability, Risk and Assurance

Wellington-based | Permanent, Full-time role

Help strengthen trust and transparency through smarter planning, reporting, and risk management.

We're looking for a proactive, detail-focused Senior Adviser to join our small team of two at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC). This role offers the opportunity to ensure DPMC meets its public accountability requirements and manages risk effectively across the organisation.

You’ll play a key role in coordinating DPMC’s accountability and assurance processes, including risk management, internal audit, and statutory planning and reporting. Working closely with colleagues across the Department, you’ll help build confidence in our systems, improve how we track and report performance, and support continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to core accountability documents such as the Annual Report, Estimates, and Strategic Intentions.
• Coordinate the internal audit programme and assurance activities.
• Monitor and report on organisational risks to support sound decision‑making.
• Help maintain and improve frameworks for compliance, performance measurement, and reporting.
• Partner with business groups and work collaboratively across DPMC to coordinate high‑quality input and share best practice.

About You

Ideally you bring a strong foundation in risk and assurance alongside experience with planning and reporting processes and a strong interest in learning across all.

To succeed in this role, you will also have :

Why Join Us?

Working at DPMC means being at the heart of significant and impactful work in Aotearoa New Zealand. This role presents an opportunity to lead and contribute to the security and well‑being of New Zealanders, working with smart and motivated people in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence. You’ll be part of a high‑performing organisation that prioritises professional development.

How to Apply

All applications must be made online. If this role is of interest, please click ‘Apply now’ and submit your tailored cover letter and CV.

In your cover letter we’d like to know :

The closing date for this role is 8 pm Monday 27 October 2025.

DPMC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants from all backgrounds are warmly encouraged to apply.

Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Prior to DPMC confirming any offer of employment, pre‑employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.

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