Survey Delivery Lead - Performance and Reporting
Date: 17 Oct 2024
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
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.
Survey Delivery Lead - Performance and Reporting
- Are you looking for a unique opportunity to take the lead on a high-profile project and make a lasting impact
- Wellington based
- 12 months Fixed term/Secondment opportunity
Join us in shaping the future of research with your expertise in project and contract management
Mō te tīma / About our team
The Performance and Reporting team is responsible for delivering MSD’s performance, reporting, monitoring, and accountability information. Our work covers a broad range of tasks, including producing and publishing statistics, responding to information requests, and helping users understand what’s happening in the benefit system. We also oversee MSD’s forecasting and costing functions and collaborate closely with the wider Insights group to create user-friendly data visualisations and designs.
Te āhuatunga a te tūranga / About the role
The Survey Delivery Lead will oversee the contract management for the Growing Up in New Zealand Longitudinal Survey, recently supported by new Government funding. This role is for an initial 12-month period and involves working closely with subject matter experts to develop processes and manage the project at a high level.
In addition to leading this survey, the Survey Delivery Lead will also provide support and advice on other survey projects managed by MSD. Key responsibilities include ensuring good contract management practices, such as keeping records of risks, variations, and decisions.
Skills and experience - Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako
- Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in operational roles.
- Proven management experience, ideally in the public sector.
- Leadership in survey design and implementation is essential, with experience in longitudinal research being a bonus.
- Experience managing large survey projects and contracted research, especially in social research and evaluation, is an advantage.
- Strong relationship management skills with senior-level stakeholders, both internally and externally.
- Excellent analytical and writing skills, with a proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Understanding of government processes, priorities, and machinery of government.
- Experience working in complex political environments and making informed decisions to coordinate and integrate projects.
- Financial literacy, including experience in costing options and using quantitative data to support recommendations.
- Up-to-date industry knowledge and a commitment to staying informed on relevant developments.
Step into a dynamic role where your skills will drive meaningful change in survey delivery. Apply now!
Position Description
Salary range: $120,870.00 - $150,416.00
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 myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Sunday 27th October, 2024. Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
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.
