Job Description
Play a pivotal role in shaping New Zealand's research investment decisions by providing expert governance and policy advice to an independent board managing the bulk of the government's science research funds.
Collaborate across science policy and investment teams to deliver clear, timely, and sound advice that enables RFNZ to make transparent, high-quality decision-making, and strengthens governance systems.
Lead improvements in governance processes, anticipate and resolve issues, and ensure RFNZ's decisions and recommendations are implemented effectively to support the science and innovation system.
Wellington based permanent role with a salary range of between $118k to $143k + kiwisaver and Wellness benefits
Tenei turanga - About the Role:
The Senior Advisor plays a key role in supporting Research Funding New Zealand (RFNZ) to deliver its statutory and advisory functions. Acting as a trusted advisor to the RFNZ Chair and Board, you'll provide expert governance and policy advice on research investment decisions across an $800m funding portfolio.
Working closely with the Advisor and collaborating with the Science System Investment and Performance (SSIP) branch and Science Policy teams, you'll ensure RFNZ receives clear, timely, and defensible advice to enable transparent, high-quality decision-making. This role also anticipates and resolves governance issues, drives improvements, and ensures RFNZ decisions are effectively implemented.
Collaborate across science policy and investment teams to deliver clear, timely, and sound advice that enables RFNZ to make transparent, high-quality decision-making, and strengthens governance systems.
Lead improvements in governance processes, anticipate and resolve issues, and ensure RFNZ's decisions and recommendations are implemented effectively to support the science and innovation system.
Wellington based permanent role with a salary range of between $118k to $143k + kiwisaver and Wellness benefits
Tenei turanga - About the Role:
The Senior Advisor plays a key role in supporting Research Funding New Zealand (RFNZ) to deliver its statutory and advisory functions. Acting as a trusted advisor to the RFNZ Chair and Board, you'll provide expert governance and policy advice on research investment decisions across an $800m funding portfolio.
Working closely with the Advisor and collaborating with the Science System Investment and Performance (SSIP) branch and Science Policy teams, you'll ensure RFNZ receives clear, timely, and defensible advice to enable transparent, high-quality decision-making. This role also anticipates and resolves governance issues, drives improvements, and ensures RFNZ decisions are effectively implemented.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Office Assistant Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Office Assistant Jobs is a plus.
