Principal Adviser Pay Equity

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Lead the pay equity claims for Corrections in a complex and challenging environment.
• Join a dynamic team and a values-based organisation committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Located at our National Office in Wellington, with flexible working options available within the Wellington region.

'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi'  –  There is only one purpose to our work:  the wellness and wellbeing of our people.

Ngā kawenga | About the role

As the Principal Adviser Pay Equity you will be the subject matter expert on pay equity across Ara Poutama Aotearoa, ensuring that we meet our obligations under the Equal Pay Act 1972.

In this complex and challenging role, you'll collaborate closely with unions, our Employment Relations team, senior leadership , the Public Service Commission, and other key stakeholders to progress pay equity claims efficiently and effectively.

Your responsibilities will extend to maintaining pay equity standards for settled claims, developing and driving processes and approaches aligned to legislation, best practice, and available published guidance. Additionally, you'll contribute to the implementation of Kia Toipoto initiatives, as required within the employment relations team.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you are ready for some meaningful mahi, to impact and drive positive change in the workplace, then we invite you to join us in this exciting opportunity as our Principal Adviser Pay Equity.

Submit your application online and include evidence and examples within your written application as to how you meet the following essential requirements:

• Extensive experience managing and leading pay equity claims, particularly in the public sector, with thorough knowledge of employment law and pay equity legislation.
• In-depth understanding of processes and requirements for reporting on Pay Equity Claims to Ministerial Oversight Groups and Pay Equity Taskforces.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams to achieve shared objectives, and the ability influence, guide, and coach senior leaders and specialists.
• Exceptional writing skills, capable of drafting, editing, and reviewing detailed documents with precision.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $143,461 and the full range (85%-120%) is $121,942 - $172,154. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara 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 - Hōkai Rangi.

We're also bringing in new ways of working to help us deliver Hōkai Rangi, with a range of new roles being formed as part of The Pathway Forward Te Ara Whakamua. 

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. 

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

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 Tuesday the 30^th of April.

All 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 careers@corrections.govt.nz.