About us The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.

Senior Information Management Advisor - Permanent

Full time, Permanent position
Location: National Office, Wellington or other locations for the right person
The Ministry of Social Development Information, Security and Identity Group plays a vital role in supporting MSD's mission and values. As part of MSD's Organisational Assurance and Communications Group, they offer support and advice across Information Management, Security and Privacy domains.
We have an opportunity for one Senior Information Management Advisor to join our Information Strategy and Assurance function.

What you'll be doing | He aha tāu e mahi ana
Your role as a Senior Information Management Advisor will provide expert advice and support related to Information Management. You will bring your extensive knowledge in Information Management to ensure good information practices are applied to business services and solution design. You will work collaboratively with other team members and the wider business to deliver the Group's functional activities.
Your responsibilities will include contributing to the design and implementation of information management risk and assurance activities, developing and maintaining relevant policies, standards, frameworks, and processes, supporting the Information Advisors in maintaining the Group's operations, and providing strong guidance and support to the team.

What you'll need to succeed | Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Expert knowledge of the Information Management disciplines and practices, preferably in a government context
• Excellent understanding of relevant statutes, rules, and regulations, including compliance obligations under the Public Records Act 2005 and Privacy Act 2020
• Capability to develop, maintain, and implement Information policies, standards, frameworks, guidance, training, and processes that are relevant to the Group's functional activities
• Knowledge of the likes of recordkeeping, archival management and electronic records management
• Ability to vary advice from enterprise-level principles to taking a 'by-design' approach
• Ability to contribute to the design and implementation of information management risk and assurance activities
• Strong relationship management skills to influence the implementation of fit-for-purpose business solutions.

Ideally you also have (not essential):

• Experience in working in the Agile environment.
• Good understanding of current and emerging technologies, especially those relevant to data protection and privacy such as AI and machine learning, cloud security, Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs).

What's in it for you l Nōu te rourou

You'll join an inclusive and collegial environment where we will celebrate achievements and prioritise action. Our team values diversity and we welcome flexible working. We offer exciting career opportunities, on-the-job career development, secondments within the Ministry and to other government agencies, management support and leadership training. We are working towards Te Ao Māori being embedded in the way we do things at MSD and we would love you to join us on this journey.

Our Core Values | Whanonga pono
Manaaki – We care about the wellbeing and success of people
Mahi tahi – We work together, making a difference for communities
Whanau – We are inclusive and build a sense of belonging and place
Tika me te pono – We do the right thing with integrity
Our values represent who we are and what we stand for. If this appeals to you and you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others, apply now!
For a further discussion about the role, please contact Priyanka Nakaib, General Manager Advisor by email: Priyanka.nakaib002@msd.govt.nz
Please note that we intend to interview qualified candidates before the application close date.

Position Description

https://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-organisational-assurance-and-communication/information/senior-information-management-advisor.docx
Salary range: $118,401.00 - $143,797.00

How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your my HR portal at work. This will ensure that your my HR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Sunday, 8 September 2024

Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.