Senior Advisor - Governance supporting REANNZ in New Zealand's research and education sector. Providing high-level governance advice and managing relationships with government stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Managing ministerial, parliamentary and government information requests, including OIAs and Written Parliamentary Questions
Producing and coordinating governance and accountability documents such as Annual Reports, Statements of Intent, Statements of Performance Expectations and quarterly reporting
Maintaining a governance calendar and managing forward agendas for the Board and executive leadership
Supporting Board and committee meetings, including agenda planning, paper coordination and minute taking as required (including occasional travel)
Providing governance advice and guidance to the CEO and leadership team on public sector obligations and best practice
Coordinating cross-functional inputs from across the organisation to meet reporting and planning requirements
Building and maintaining strong relationships with MBIE and other government stakeholders
Identifying opportunities to improve governance processes, documentation quality and internal accountability frameworks
Requirements
Significant experience in a governance or senior advisory role within the public sector or a Crown entity
Proven experience producing high-quality governance and accountability documents
Sound knowledge of OIA (Official Information Act), parliamentary processes and public sector operating environments
Excellent written communication and documentation skills
Ability to manage complex workflows, competing priorities and strict deadlines independently
Strong relationship-building skills and credibility when working with senior stakeholders
Experience working closely with a Chief Executive, Board or Executive Leadership Team
Benefits
Extra time off to recharge , including four REANNZ closedown days over the Christmas period and an annual wellbeing day
Comprehensive wellbeing support , including Southern Cross Wellbeing One health cover, Employee Assistance Program, and annual flu vaccinations
Family-friendly leave , including enhanced parental leave benefits and paid partner leave
Flexibility from day one , with immediate access to sick leave and bereavement leave and the ability to take annual leave as it accrues
Everyday perks , including staff discounts at PB Technologies
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