Senior Advisor Accreditation | Kaitohu Matua Ratonga Pāpori, Te Kāhui Kāhu

About us | Mō mātou

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.

About the team | Mō te tīma

Te Kāhui Kāhu is independent government business unit hosted by the Ministry of Social Development.

Our main function is Social Services Accreditation. We provide assurance that social service providers can deliver quality services. We do this by assessing organisations against the Social Services Accreditation Standards (SSAS) and making sure they meet these standards.

We also provide other services on behalf of other government agencies, including, Pay Equity Claim Oversight and Support and Core Worker Exemptions.

About the role | Mō te tūnga

We are looking for a Senior Advisor to join our national office team.

As a Senior Advisor you will provide high quality advice and support to the National Accreditation Manager and the operational management team for the delivery of accreditation services within Te Kāhui Kāhu.

You will work as part of the operational management team, to deliver the accreditation services by:

• Providing expert advice to Te Kāhui Kāhu team members, stakeholders, and providers
• Demonstrating a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring a culturally responsive service
• Developing, leading and maintaining positive operational relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Supporting the team as required

The role will also have focus across communications for all of Te Kāhui Kāhu, both internally and externally.

Skills and experience

As our ideal candidate you will have:

• High quality written and communication skills
• The ability to build and manage relationships both internally and externally
• Proven experience in stakeholder relationship management
• Proven experience in operational policy and process implementation
• Experience of working with or for the social sector
• A sound understanding of the machinery of government and political awareness

In turn, we offer you a supportive and high energy work environment with a strong team culture. We do interesting work and offer you opportunities to grow and enhance your career.

Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga

A copy of the position description can be found here. Senior Advisor Accreditation position description

Salary range | Utu-ā-tau: $102,533.00 - $124,402.00

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 us at jobs@msd.govt.nz.

Internal MSD kaimahi – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.

Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Monday 30 June 2025

Joining us | Ko te hono mai

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.