• 1x Permanent, fulltime position available!
• Role will be based in the Canterbury Region
• We're offering a competitive salary starting from $106,416 to $117,782, depending on experience

An exciting opportunity to be a key partner in the Canterbury region has come available as the Senior Advisor, Education and Health. Using your ability to shape and drive relationships you will play a key role working across agencies and alleviating barriers for our frontline to provide support to tamariki.

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
The purpose of this role is to broker access to services to improve outcomes and support the Hauora (health and wellbeing) of tamariki and their whānau, particularly in health and education.
The Senior Advisor, Education and Health will work with the Commissioners and regional Managers to develop a plan to appropriately respond to the educational, health and wellbeing needs of tamariki and whānau across the region. The role also has direct relationships with Sites, relevant agencies, service providers and stakeholders.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Proven experience in developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders to strategically influence and ensure best outcomes for tamariki
• A true partner and relationship driver who engages with internal and external partners to support the alleviation of barriers for our frontline kaimahi
• Provide support to Social Workers when individual cases are escalated regionally, including those with high and complex needs, where sites have been unable to access appropriate services for tamariki and whānau
• Strong risk management experience with the ability to escalate and propose action where necessary and in particular risk barriers in relation to high and complex needs tamariki and whanau
• Ability to identify gaps and work with key stakeholders and other agencies to develop appropriate solutions
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial 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. Please note this role is only open to internal applicants, please apply using your Oranga Tamariki email login. If you have any questions about role, or would like to review the position description please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Note: This role is based in our Canterbury region. While this role will report to the Manager Children's System based in National Office, due to the operational requirements and dynamic nature of the role it will be beneficial for you to be based in the region to support key operational relationships. Candidates for this role are required to already be based in Taranaki or Manawatu or be willing to relocate to Taranaki or Manawatu for this opportunity.

Hurry as applications for this role close at midnight on 18 October 2024

However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

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.