Senior Advisor Refugee And Migrant Support

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New Year, new opportunity | Start Jan

Lead and support operational activities and settlement initiatives

Maintain awareness of emerging trends and events

Provide expertise, guidance and advice for decision makers

1 x Permanent Full time | 1 x Fixed term – 6 months

Salary range $101,911 - $121,196 | Wellington based

Tenei turanga - About the Role

At Immigration New Zealand (INZ) we are proud of our critical role in both growing and protecting New Zealand.

As the strategic environment has evolved so has our strategy, as we maintain an unwavering focus on being a trusted steward of the immigration system.

We're seeking two talented Senior Advisors to join our team within Refugee and Migrant Support (RMS).

One permanent full time and a 6 month fixed term opportunity to lead and support the tactical priorities and key deliverables for the cross-government and the Refugee Resettlement Strategy and the Migrant Settlement and Integration Strategy (the Strategies).

As a results-driven individual with a passion for delivering successful outcomes in a demanding environment, this is your opportunity to join us in shaping the future of INZ.

As part of the RMS team, you'll play a critical role in ensuring RMS is delivering on the Strategies.

In this role, you will

Offer subject matter expertise, guidance, and advice for decision-makers

Assist in the development of advice or briefings

Lead the development and implementation of settlement projects

Stay ahead of emerging trends, events, and internal initiatives

Identify opportunities for improvement

Ensure all operational units of INZ are aligned in their delivery

You'll also engage and collaborate with key stakeholders across the organisation and wider Ministry to address gaps in processes that impact our priorities.

Skills and Experience Required

Strong analytical and writing skills with the ability to prepare high quality advice for Senior decision makers

A working knowledge of the machinery of government

Understanding and a good working knowledge of New Zealand's Refugee and Migrant settlement landscape, including relevant legislation, policies and community settlement services

Experience managing projects and / or contracts or the administration of contracts within government, a regulatory environment, or the private sector.

Operational experience with ability to analyse, review and innovate projects, operational policy, process, and procedures

Considerable experience in dealing with ambiguity in a complex and dynamic environment

Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated by credibility, personal or collaborative influence, managing expectations and targeted persuasion

Positive and constructive disposition

To be eligible for the role you will need to hold either a New Zealand citizenship or a New Zealand Permanent Resident visa.

About MBIE

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

Mahi Tahi – Better Together

Maia – Bold and brave

Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future

Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity – Hikina Whakatutuki – which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

How to Apply

Click here to view a position description.

When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process.

We can't wait to hear from you!

Email Emily Boyd at

• quoting ref MBIE /
• if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Sunday 23 November

Be part of a dynamic team with a passion for delivering successful outcomes in a demanding and rewarding environment.

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