Assurance Advisor

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

• Pathway into a proactive and engaging Internal Assurance function
• Flexible working conditions available
• Salary range: $75,114 - $88,266

Tēnei tūranga - About the Role:

The Internal Assurance team provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services to enable MBIE to deliver on its strategic objectives and meets its obligations.

As the Assurance Advisor you support the team in the delivery of internal assurance reviews from planning through to fieldwork, coordination and reporting, collaborating with other teams to gather information, understand areas of risk and assess compliance. You will also work with the Internal Assurance Practice Lead and Head of Internal Assurance to build and enhance the overall capability of the team to ensure the quality and consistency of advice and practices in relation to its work.

In this role, a key expectation is a willingness to learn and develop a thorough understanding of best practice assurance frameworks and processes, and stay updated on industry trends opportunities will be provided for on the job training and professional development.

The Assurance Advisor is a pathway position, responsible for supporting the Internal Assurance team to analyse, monitor and to report internal audit activity, performance and associated risks to senior managers, SLT and MBIE’s Risk and Advisory Committee.

Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required

• Demonstrated ability to analyse data, identify patters, and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Capability to assess processes and identify inconsistencies or risks.
• Exposure to business processes, internal controls, or project management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, demonstrated through experience supporting reviews and producing high quality reports.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships with peers, senior managers and staff at all levels.
• Proven ability to think independently and influence others by expressing ideas clearly and succinctly.
• Can-do attitude and a high level of initiative, sound judgement and discretion.
• Well organised with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Welcomes and values diversity and contributes to an inclusive working environment where differences are acknowledged and respected.
• A basic knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Act (and Government operating mechanisms) and the Institute of Internal Auditor’s Professional Standards.
• A degree in a relevant field such as accounting, finance, management or a related area.
• Experience in data analysis would be advantageous.

Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE - About MBIE:

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Māia – Bold and brave
• Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future
• Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mōhio ana a Hīkina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kōtuinga I waenganui i a ngāi Māori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā, kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahungaroa o ngāi wi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, katutuki tēnei. He āhuatanga nui tēnei e āhei ai ngā mahi whanaketanga ā-ohanga, ā-pāpori hoki ki a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui. E whai tonu ana mātou ki te kōtui atu ki ngā iwi mō te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i ngā kaupapakua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, ā, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i ngā āheinga kōkiritanga mā ngā iwi, me te tautoko i ngā iwi kia whai mana ake ai ēnei āheinga.

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply:

Click here to view a position description. All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role. 

Email Dorinda Te Kiri at dorinda.tekiri@mbie.govt.nz quoting ref MBIE/16587 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Wednesday, 5 February.