Āpiti Pakihi me ngā Āheinga | People & Capability Business Partner

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Fantastic fixed term Business Partner opportunity to deliver some truly strategic HR initiatives during a period of change at the Ministry
• Shape and influence a positive experience for our people
• Partner with our people leaders and deliver excellent strategic and operational advice
• Help us strengthen our Business Partner model across the Ministry.
• Fixed Term until December 2024

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team until the end of December in an organisation that really values its people and is committed to making a difference. 

Mō tēnei tūrangi mahi | About this role 

We want someone who has the confidence to challenge and the curiosity to change.  Someone who is committed to the experience our people have! 

You will be adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic and supportive team.  Reporting to the Manager People Operations, you will be a trusted partner providing strategic and operational guidance and support across the full spectrum of HR.  You must be a doer and someone that is happy to roll your sleeves up and get stuff done. You will be skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships across the business and quickly building credibility with leaders and staff.  You will ensure HR initiatives are enabling MfE to meet the wider strategic goals of the organisation. 

The Ministry is currently undergoing a period of change. Experience navigating a changing organisation is highly desirable.

This is a fixed term position and an opportunity to help deliver some really exciting strategic initiatives across MfE.

We aim to hold interviews w/c 06 May and are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience 

You will bring: 

• substantial experience in providing contemporary HR advice at a business partner level
• good generalist base of experience spanning the range of people practices and experiences
• ability to work at a strategic partnership level with senior leaders, establishing credibility and influence
• strong change management capability and evidence of developing and delivering fit for purpose HR initiatives to the business
• a solution focussed approach to assessing situations using your skills, knowledge and experience to reach the best outcome for everyone
• commitment to developing your cultural capability and capacity in te ao Māori.

The successful candidate will take a proactive approach to building relationships, have a strong customer focus and an ability to deliver credible solutions in a complex environment. 

Along with holding the relevant tertiary qualifications, you will enjoy a challenge, be resilient, confident, and motivated. 

Whānuitanga Utu ā-Tau | Salary range

Salary range for this role is $118,318 to $143,695 pa.  Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.

Ngā hua ka puta i te mahi ki MfE | Benefits of working at MfE

• a flexible by default approach to create a healthy work-life blend
• agile ways of working, allowing you variety and challenges across the organisation as we work as ‘One MfE'
• active employee networks including Māori Rōpū, Asian Network, Neurodivergent and Disability Networks, Women's Network, Tagata Moana (Pacific Peoples' Network), and Rainbow Network
• opportunities for development and education.          

Check out other benefits of joining us and hear what our people say about Working at MfE | Ministry for the Environment.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter.  Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.   

If you require further information about this position please contact sarfraz.hapuku@mfe.govt.nz. The position description is available via our careers centre www.mfe.govt.nz/jobs.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.  We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. 

We want to ensure any accessibility needs you may have are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all.  Therefore, please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make the recruitment process more accessible to you.  Please contact us at vacancy@mfe.govt.nz if you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

Rā Katinga | Applications close: Tuesday 30th April 2024