Senior Information Governance Advisor - Fixed Term| 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 Information Governance Advisor – Fixed Term/Secondment to June 2025
2 x Full time, Fixed Term/Secondment positions
Location: National Office, Wellington or other location for the right person
We are seeking passionate and experienced Senior Information Governance Advisors to join our Organisational Assurance workstream, which supports the implementation of MSD’s transformation programme, Te Pae Tawhiti.
The Organisational Assurance workstream is part of Organisational Assurance and Communication (OAC) Business Unit, and you will specifically work alongside the Information, Security, and Identity Group (ISI), which is one of the largest Information Groups in central government. ISI offers support and advice for MSD across Information Management, Security, and Privacy domains.
What you'll be doing | He aha tāu e mahi ana
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in giving life to Tiaki, our Enterprise Information Governance Framework, and related capabilities, that our Transformation Programme will use to support its delivery.
You’ll be involved in the development and design of the practices, standards and tools to support effective Information Governance and associated capabilities that ensure MSD continues to be a responsible steward and custodian of client, partner and staff information.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the delivery and practical implementation of Tiaki, MSD’s Information Governance Framework
Support the delivery and practical implementation of capabilities that provide information-centric guardrails for the Transformation Programme and across MSD
Support a best-practice approach to implementation of these capabilities, working closely with ISI and Information, Data and Analytics teams
What you'll need to succeed | Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū
To be successful in this role, you will have/be:
A robust understanding and practical experience of Information Governance Frameworks
Experience with Information Management, Information Security and Privacy frameworks, policies, assurance and / or assessment tools and operational processes
Understanding of risk management and risk frameworks, in particular as it applies to Information Governance and operations
Ability to develop policies, frameworks, tools, and training materials to promote a culture of strong information governance and responsible information use
A proven track record of successfully engaging with and providing advice on complex, strategic or emergent issues
A willingness to embed Te Ao Māori into MSD's business practices and build capability for engaging with whānau, hapū, and iwi
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 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 data governance and Māori development, apply now!
For a further discussion about the role, please contact Russell Cooke, Principal Information Advisor, by email: Russell.cooke018@msd.govt.nz.
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, 13 October 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.
