Principal Research Adviser

Job title: Principal Research Adviser

Company: New Zealand Government


Job description: Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Lead high-level research and evaluation projects
• Manage research contracts, making sure everything stays on track
• Influence policy and strategic decisions

Ngā kawenga | About the roleAs a Principal Research Adviser, you’ll lead high-level research and evaluation projects that play a key role in shaping policy development and improving service delivery. You will ensure that data collection, analysis, and reporting are of the highest quality, helping to drive the Department’s core objectives of reducing reoffending, improving public safety, and addressing Māori over-representation.You will design and deliver projects, while also providing advice to both internal teams and external stakeholders. You will be expected to undertake fieldwork, conducting interviews with frontline staff and people managed by Corrections. This will require strong relationship building and interpersonal skills, and experience undertaking research with Māori.Part of your role will include managing research contracts, making sure everything stays on track, and guiding external contractors when needed. You need to be able to use advanced tools to analyse data and prepare reports that will be shared with both internal teams and external audiences. You will bring high level qualitative and quantitative technical expertise to this role.This is a critical role where your work will directly influence policy and strategic decisions, with your insights helping to shape the future direction of the Department and contribute to better outcomes for the people it manages.Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experienceYou will need to have:

• Significant experience designing and leading research and evaluation projects, preferably within the government sector.
• Knowledge of New Zealand’s Corrections and criminal justice system
• High level written and oral communication skills, with experience of presenting research results to diverse audiences.
• Well-developed qualitative and quantitative technical expertise, descriptive statistical analysis and NVivo experience is essential.
• Experience undertaking research with Māori, and an understanding of Kaupapa Māori methodology

A current New Zealand License is essential as there will be travel around New Zealand.Utu ā-tau | SalaryThe midpoint of the salary range is $141,651 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $120,404 – $169,982 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.Ko wai mātou | About usAra Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy – ( ).It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau.We welcome applications from disabled and neurodiverse communities, all cultures, faiths, and rainbow communities, as we appreciate the richness of experience that diversity brings to our organisation. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at .Tono ināianei | Apply NowIf you have any questions please contact:To view the job description, click ‘apply’ and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this.To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success – we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.Applications close on: Sunday 9th March 2025All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at .Note to Recruitment Agencies: Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, please do not contact the Hiring Manager directly, instead reach out to [email protected]

Expected salary: $120404 – 169982 per year

Location: Whanganui, Waikato – Wellington

Job date: Tue, 25 Feb 2025 03:23:03 GMT

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