Senior Advisor – Planning, Performance and Improvement

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

. Support planning and delivery of work that helps the regulatory system operate effectively .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeWellington • New ZealandSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and the ability to provide evidence-based advice while effectively supporting planning and coordination across teams. Possesses a good understanding of regulatory systems and government processes, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

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Regulatory Systems UnderstandingPerformance MonitoringAnalytical SkillsClear CommunicationRelationship Management

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Hard Skills

Performance MonitoringData InterpretationPlanning SupportGovernance ProcessesProject Delivery Approaches

Soft Skills

Clear Communication SkillsAttention to DetailProactive Problem SolvingRelationship BuildingEngagement Skills

Industry Keywords

Te Ao MāoriTikangaTe Reo MāoriTe Tiriti o WaitangiPublic Sector

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support planning and delivery of work that helps the regulatory system operate effectively
Connect priorities, risks, trade-offs and performance information to support better decisions
Use performance insights to identify trends, risks, issues and opportunities
Provide clear, practical and evidence-based advice to leaders and operational teams
Bring people and information together across teams to support joined-up delivery
Monitor performance against plans and identify where early action may be needed
Improve planning tools, frameworks and processes so they are useful, consistent and easy to apply
Support governance, committee, forum, Ministerial, OIA and reporting requirements
Work closely with operational teams, leaders and stakeholders to strengthen consistency and improve regulatory outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

A good understanding of regulatory systems, government processes or complex operational environments
Experience supporting planning, prioritisation or coordination across multiple teams or work programmes
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends, risks and opportunities
Experience contributing to performance monitoring, reporting, assurance or governance processes
Ability to provide clear, structured and evidence-based advice
Strong relationship and engagement skills across teams and functions
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including preparing reports, dashboards and briefings
Good judgement, attention to detail and a proactive approach to solving problems in ambiguous settings
Working knowledge of project or programme delivery approaches would be useful
Knowledge of, or willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori
Knowledge of, or willingness to gain an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in the public sector
Legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements (role dependent)
Career development and learning opportunities
A collaborative and supportive work environment
5 weeks annual leave
Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for permanent employees
Access to a range of employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives
Competitive salary package