Regional Commissioner Advisor| Northland Region - Te Tai Tokerau
Date: 20 Oct 2025
Location: Northland, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
Ministry of Social Development | Based in Whangārei – covering the Northland Region
- Full-time | Permanent
- Salary range: $118,288.00 to 143,647.00 per annum
He angitūtanga | About the Role
We have a rewarding opportunity for a strategic and forward-thinking advisor to join our Regional Leadership Team as Regional Commissioner Advisor.
Based in Whangārei, with coverage across Te Tai Tokerau (Northland), you’ll provide high-level advisory support to the Regional Commissioner, leadership team, and the wider public service to deliver on MSD’s strategic and operational priorities for the region.
The Ministry has a broad and complex portfolio of work, and this role operates at the interface — connecting the Ministry, communities, and other public service agencies. You’ll strengthen regional relationships, lead and align cross-sector initiatives, identify risks and opportunities, and provide strategic insights to inform decision-making on regional development, labour markets, and social outcomes.
What You’ll Bring | Ngā pūkenga kauneke
You’ll bring the ability to think strategically, act decisively, and deliver under pressure.
Key strengths include:
- Strong analytical capability to interpret data, trends, and insights to inform strategic decisions.
- Proven experience navigating complex social, political, and economic environments.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills to engage effectively with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
- Sound judgement and situational awareness — able to anticipate risks and respond effectively.
- A proactive, adaptable mindset, comfortable working in fast-paced and evolving environments.
- Strong project coordination and documentation skills, with the ability to prepare reports, proposals, and briefings to a high standard.
You’re a natural relationship builder who can work across agencies, balance competing priorities, and apply a continuous improvement mindset to regional service delivery.
Mō mātou | About Us
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) helps New Zealanders to be safe, strong, and independent. We work to strengthen individuals, whānau, and communities, and collaborate across the public sector to achieve better outcomes for all New Zealanders.
In Te Tai Tokerau, MSD partners closely with iwi, government agencies, and local organisations to support regional growth, community resilience, and social wellbeing.
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $118,288.00 - $143,647.00
How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
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 Claire, Executive Assistant to Regional Commissioner on claire.nyberg001@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: 11.59pm Sunday 2 November 2025
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.
