Senior Advisor Learning Design, Wellington
Date: 31 Mar 2026
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
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 role | Mō te tūnga:
- Based at National Office Wellington
- 6 month fixed term/secondment opportunity
The Learning and Continuous Improvement team partners closely with service delivery leaders and frontline teams to create, design and embed learning solutions that improve performance, capability and service outcomes for New Zealanders.
The Senior Advisor Learning Design, leads the development and design of high-quality learning solutions that enhance service delivery performance and support a culture of continuous improvement.
Working collaboratively with operational leaders, subject matter experts and learning colleagues, the role ensures learning is fit for purpose, learner-centred and aligned to organisational priorities.
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga
You bring strong expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design and continuous improvement, along with experience designing engaging learning for diverse audiences.
You are a confident communicator, collaborative in your approach, comfortable working across multiple projects, and committed to embedding Te ao Māori into your practice.
What’s in it for you | Nōu te rourou
You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven organisation where your work directly contributes to better outcomes for New Zealanders.
MSD offers learning and development opportunities, and a strong focus on wellbeing and inclusion.
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $103,815.00 - $125,958.00
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 Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: 12 April 2026
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.
