Aporei | Principal Advisor, Finance, Property and Procurement

Reporting to the General Manager you will provide high quality financial advice across the Ministry Mentor and coach the junior staff to upskill their capability Permanent opportunity based in Te Tari Matua, Pōneke | National Office, Wellington Our Finance team is looking for a talented and dedicated Principal Advisor. You will contribute to the success of our team through a combination of vision, thought leadership, relationship management and organisational agility. As a Principal Advisor, you will deliver strategic financial advice and partner closely with the General Manager – Finance, Property & Procurement. You will represent the Governance and Corporate puni across ministry-wide strategies and policies, while contributing to high-quality reporting for the Executive Leadership Team. The likely appointment range is$124,242 - $151,851, based on skills and experience. The full grade for this role is $124,242 - $165,657 with a mid-point of $138,046 Responsibilities Strong analytical, strategic and planning skills An ability to build and maintain positive stakeholder relationships and effective networks across and within organisations Experience in analysing technical issues and making business decisions with financial impact To demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills Experience in financial management reporting Strong working knowledge of government financial management legislation, policies and practices Experience in a similar role and environment would be advantageous What you will get in return A range of allowances including childcare, optical, hauora/wellbeing and te reo Māori proficiency Medical insurance discounts Flexible working options In house te reo Māori training Kaimahi development and career options, including study assistance Enhanced parental leave provisions Te Puni Kōkiri | Ministry of Māori Development We are committed to our vision of 'Thriving Whānau' - when whānau are thriving, so do their communities, hapū, iwi and all of Aotearoa. Te Puni Kōkiri leads policy advice to the Government on Māori development, and Iwi and Māori relations with the Crown. Our people are at the heart of the work we do – using our approaches to improve outcomes to, for and with Māori, and to drive our efforts to build an Aotearoa where whānau can all stand, thrive and belong. We invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength. We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Applications close on Sunday 16 August 2026 at 11.55pm. #J-18808-Ljbffr