Senior Privacy Advisor | Wellington
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 Privacy Advisors - Permanent
2 x Full time, Permanent positions
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 two opportunities for Senior Privacy Advisor roles: one to join our Information Strategy and Assurance function, and the other to join our Information Foundations function.
What you'll be doing | He aha tāu e mahi ana
Your role as a Senior Privacy Advisor will provide expert advice and support related to Privacy and Information Sharing. Leveraging your extensive knowledge, you will offer expert guidance on privacy and information sharing, contributing to effective risk management activities. Your approach will be pragmatic, ensuring that advice is both practical and actionable. You will draw on your experience in engaging with the wider business, translating complex technical language into layman's terms. Additionally, you will play a key role in supporting junior staff by uplifting their skills through mentoring and coaching.
What you'll need to succeed | Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Excellent understanding of relevant statutes, rules, and regulations, including compliance obligations under the Public Records Act 2005 and Privacy Act 2020
Ability to provide expert advice on information privacy impacts, risks, legislation, and industry good practice.
A proven track record of contributing to information assurance and reporting plans and ability to deliver on those plans through analysis and recommendations.
Ability to develop policies, frameworks, tools, and training materials to promote a culture of responsible information use.
Ability to identify opportunities to improve customer support, education, and information maturity within MSD.
Demonstrable understanding of Human Rights and Ethical considerations as it relates to the collection and use of personal information.
A willingness to embed Te Ao Māori into MSD's business practices and build capability for engaging with whānau, hapū, and iwi.
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
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 myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR 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.
