Senior Privacy Advisor - Information Shared Services - Wellington
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 Advisor – Information Shared Services
Full time, Permanent position
Location: National Office, Wellington
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Privacy Advisor who wants to be a part of a team that advocates for the rights and dignity of disabled individuals in our communities. You will work alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence in information management and privacy.
Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People (Whaikaha) was launched on 1 July 2022. As a departmental agency of MSD, the Information Security and Identity Group is responsible for delivering Information Services to Whaikaha across Information Management, Information Security and Privacy.
What you'll be doing | He aha tāu e mahi ana
A key focus of this Senior Privacy Advisor role is to support Whaikaha and MSD to continue developing and implementing Information Services that will meet the ongoing needs of Whaikaha while being aligned to MSD’s responsibility as the host agency to provide Information Services that ensure the responsible use of information.
Key responsibilities:
Design and Implementation: Contribute to the ongoing design and implementation of information privacy and sharing assurance activities, with due consideration given to human rights and ethics, to manage areas of strategic or operational risk to Whaikaha and MSD.
Policy Development: Develop, maintain, and implement robust Information policies, standards, and frameworks. Your expertise will help guide our teams work to ensure compliance with the Information Management Service Level Agreement.
Operational Support: Provide guidance and quality assurance on the management of information requests and breaches. Help oversee the administration of information repositories and systems, ensuring the protection of personally identifiable information.
What you'll need to succeed | Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Relevant Tertiary qualification, coupled with a minimum of 3-years’ experience in Privacy, Human Rights and/or Ethics.
Proven expertise in risk and assurance, particularly as it relates to privacy matters
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in information sharing, where appropriate, particularly as it relates to implementing fit for purpose business solutions involving the responsible use and protection of information
A solid understanding of the structure of relevant statutes, rules and regulations, and compliance obligations pertaining to the responsible use of information, including, but not limited to, the Privacy Act 2020, the Public Records Act 2005, Official Information Act 1982, and Protective Security Requirements.
Experience in establishing an operational privacy service would be advantageous.
What's in it for you l Nōu te rourou
You’ll join an inclusive and collegial environment where we 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 ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a meaningful contribution to our society, 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 may start 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, 22 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.
