About the Role
Deputy Chief Executives are Enterprise Leaders who have collective responsibility across Whaikaha to ensure the organisation is performing for today and evolving for the future.
The DCE Outreach and Innovation will support the Chief Executive to provide disability system leadership across government and collaborate and influence across Aotearoa New Zealand, including through working with community, local government, non-government organisations and businesses to remove barriers and bringing about societal changes that improve the lives of disabled people.
Key responsibilities will include the development, implementation, and monitoring of strategies and programmes for the Outreach and Innovation group in the following areas:
- Societal Change
- Partnership and Voice
- Community Engagement
- Relationships and Stakeholder Engagement
- Communications
- Ministerial Services
About you
We are looking for a leader who is politically astute with well-developed senior networks and the ability to work in partnership with organisations in a variety of settings.
Ideally, candidates will have other sector experiences alongside their public service senior leadership experience and a record of excellence in developing and delivering organisational strategy and operational performance. They will be a strong people leader of multi-disciplinary teams, bring proven financial management skills, and a strong working knowledge of the articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and their application within a public sector environment.
To undertake this role successfully the incumbent will either be a disabled person or be able to establish credibility and trust with the disability community, as well as having empathy and an understanding of the unique and diverse experiences of disabled people.
About us
Whaikaha | Ministry of Disabled People (the Ministry) is the steward of the disability system across government. It is committed to ensuring New Zealand is a place where disabled people thrive. The Ministry is underpinned by Aotearoa New Zealand’s commitments under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD). The vision and principles of Enabling Good Lives (EGL) are important to how the Ministry does its mahi.
Whaikaha believes in being a diverse and inclusive Ministry that reflects the communities that it serves.
How to Apply
More information about the role, including the position description and an application pack, can be found in the information document PDF.
Links to alternate formats:
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Your application must include:
- An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae.
2. Cover letter addressed to the Principal Consultant;
3. A written response addressing the Requirements of the Role – Technical/Professional Knowledge and Experience outlined in the Position Description
For further information or a confidential discussion about this position, please contact:
David Hughes
T (call or text): +64 (0)21 286 4470
E: dhughes@hardygroupintl.com
HardyGroup is working in partnership with the Disabled Persons Assembly (DPA) to ensure the recruitment process is accessible.
We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone so if you require any support or assistance that would facilitate your participation in this process, please let David know.
- Location: Wellington
- Two-year fixed-term role
Completed applications must be submitted by
5pm 13 February 2025.
