What you will do
As the Senior Governance Advisor, you will provide expert governance advice, analysis and monitoring to enable efficient and effective NZDF governance systems, policies, processes and controls. You will be working across the Integration, Delivery and Governance Team and with other key stakeholders within NZDF.
You will be responsible for:
What we need
This role requires sound understanding of governance within the public sector at a senior level. You will have an ability to think methodically, establish and maintain sound processes and systems, and respond quickly to complex issues. You will be adaptable and flexible to meet changing needs.
You must also have:
Who we are
The Governance Team’s mission is to improve strategic level decision making within NZDF by providing high quality support and advice to the senior governance committees. The Governance Team sits within the Defence Strategy Management Unit which is responsible for driving the execution of NZDF’s strategy.
Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.
Why Us
NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.
In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:
How to Apply
To view the Position Description and to Apply Online please visit our Defence Careers website, or use the links on this page. For further information, contact Megan Pettis on 021 905 448 or megan.pettis@nzdf.mil.nz.
Please note: If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.
Applications close on Sunday 14 February 2021.
Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:
Higher level Security Clearance
If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.