Lead Adviser - Policy, Performance and Governance

Lead Adviser – Policy, Performance & Governance | Kaitohutohu Matua – Kaupapahere, Whaihua, Whakahaere hokiDrive organisational planning, reporting, and performance frameworksProvide expert governance, compliance, and risk advicePermanent role with flexibility to be based in Wellington or AucklandKo wai te Pakihi nei | About the OrganisationCreative New Zealand Toi Aotearoa is the national arts development agency, working alongside artists, ringatoi, practitioners and arts organisations across the motu. The organisation is moving into the next phase of a significant change programme, with a new operating model designed to strengthen leadership, connection, investment and impact across the arts and ngā toi.Ko te āhua o te tūranga | About the RoleYou'll lead organisational performance and accountability functions, ensuring CNZ meets its public sector obligations and delivers insights that support strategic decision-making.Working closely with senior leaders, government stakeholders, and kaimahi across the organisation, you will:Coordinate organisational planning and performance reportingLead Crown entity accountability and statutory reporting processesProvide strategic analysis and organisational insightsManage ministerial, parliamentary, and information request workflowsOversee governance, compliance, and no-surprises processesSupport effective relationships across government and monitoring agenciesMōu | About YouThe Successful Candidate Will BringExperience in organisational performance, planning, governance, or accountability rolesStrong public sector or Crown entity experienceExperience preparing accountability documents such as SOIs, SPEs, or Annual ReportsExperience managing OIA, Privacy Act, or Parliamentary Question processesStrong analytical, writing, and critical thinking capabilitySound knowledge of government, ministerial, and Parliamentary processesAbility to manage competing priorities and complex work programmesUnderstanding of te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o WaitangiAbility to work effectively across diverse and creative communitiesMe tono mai inaīanei | Apply Now!Applications close midnight Sunday 8th November 2026 To find out more, please get in touch with Orissa Plimmer on 027 285 1461 or Luke Spratt on 021 056 7035 for a confidential kōrero.To apply, you must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid visa with the right to work in Aotearoa. We’ll be reviewing candidates as they come through, so we encourage early applications.We are the landing place where our people can come to rest upon, a safe space.A place where excellence and culture are encouraged and ultimately recognised.Kia tau ai te mauri tū, te mauri ora ki te katoa. Nau mai, tau mai! Vitality and well-being for all. Welcome, settle here!