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Delivers quality advice on time and within budget using the right mix of resources and project management methods. Understands the commissioning process, and is active in establishing the mandate and defined deliverables for their own work. Manages risks…

Delivers quality advice on time and within budget using the right mix of resources and project management methods. Can translate strategies, priorities and issues into policy projects with clear intent and direction of travel, scope, and level of…

Analyses possible future states, and supports the development of strategic objectives and policy proposals that inform the direction of policy advice. Aware of how underlying assumptions and diverse perspectives shape thinking about policy problems and…

Analyses possible future states, and supports the development of strategic objectives and policy proposals that inform the direction of policy advice. Leads activities related to setting vision and strategic direction. Tests, updates, replaces, or…

Delivers clear, compelling, and fit-for-purpose messages, using the most effective communication vehicle for the audience. Writes clear, concise, error free work. Learning how to produce a range of written outputs (e.g. aides memoire, briefing notes, A3s…

Delivers clear, compelling, and fit-for-purpose messages, using the most effective communication vehicle for the audience. Writes high-quality advice in a polished, plain English style that is easy to read and has a clear purpose. Confidently presents…

Delivers clear, compelling, and fit-for-purpose messages, using the most effective communication vehicle for the audience. Produces eloquent written communication that persuades and inspires. Mentors and develops the communication skills of others.…

Takes initiative to develop the policy skills of themselves and others. Learns from colleagues, training opportunities, and on-the-job experience. Models effective ways of giving and receiving feedback and challenge. Can have courageous and difficult…

Uses early, inclusive and genuine engagement during policy making that builds sustainable relationships. Learns how and who to engage with during the policy development process. Is sensitive to other frames of reference, and learns how to gain diverse…

Uses early, inclusive and genuine engagement during policy making that builds sustainable relationships. Builds and draws on relationship capital. Determines what needs to be managed across agencies or the system and can skilfully design the process.…

Responsive to the Government of the day and works with agility in uncertain situations to improve the lives of people in New Zealand. Is open-minded and inquisitive, and quick to grasp and use new concepts and information. Is learning about Māori and non-…

Responsive to the Government of the day and works with agility in uncertain situations to improve the lives of people in New Zealand. Understands the policy process is iterative, and adjusts thinking and approach as required. Can challenge earlier…

Responsive to the Government of the day and works with agility in uncertain situations to improve the lives of people in New Zealand. Is a proven and respected consultant and supports others in the face of complex and challenging change. Is ‘strategically…

Works innovatively and collaboratively to identify ways to ‘do things better’ and ‘do better things’ in policy practice Driven to enhance their own professional development. Views mistakes as an opportunity for learning and improvement. Broadminded,…

Works innovatively and collaboratively to identify ways to ‘do things better’ and ‘do better things’ in policy practice. Participates in robust discussions on the quality of policy processes, insights, and lessons learned. Challenges themselves to look…

Works innovatively and collaboratively to identify ways to ‘do things better’ and ‘do better things’ in policy practice. Seeks opportunities to add value. Uses evaluation and lessons learned to improve future performance and provide fresh perspectives.…

Exhibits and navigates the principles and values required of public servants, including while working with sensitivity to the political context. Watches and learns from others considered adept at working with ministers and other internal and external…

Exhibits and navigates the principles and values required of public servants, including while working with sensitivity to the political context. Builds the trust of ministers and other decision makers by being responsive and aware of political priorities…

Exhibits and navigates the principles and values required of public servants, including while working with sensitivity to the political context. Sustains trust-based relationship with ministers, other decision makers and key stakeholders. Can have…

Cabinet papers on proposed overseas travel and reports on overseas travel are submitted directly to Cabinet, but do not require prior approval to go direct to Cabinet as other submissions do.  Below are templates for the two kinds of Cabinet travel papers…

1 From: Karen Jones [DPMC]   Sent: Wednesday, 8 August 2018 11:45 AM  To: 'Sarah Baddeley' < >  Cc: Geoff Short [SSC] < >; Doug Martin <   Subject: RE: Response to the State Services Commission Inquiry into the use of External …

This template should be used to draft Cabinet papers which seek authorisation to submit regulations to the Executive Council.

DECISION ON RESIDENTIAL UNIT OVERLAY DISTRICT PLAN CHANGES: PROPOSAL TO EXERCISE THE POWER UNDER SECTION 71 OF THE GREATER CHRISTCHURCH REGENERATION ACT 2016 TO AMEND THE CHRISTCHURCH DISTRICT PLAN, Pursuant to sections 69 and 71 of the Greater…

Proactive release of information about management of ministerial conflicts of interest, 26 October 2017 – 30 September 2018, Explanatory note The table below is a summary of certain actions taken by Ministers during the period 26 October 2017 to 30…

Proactive release of information about management of ministerial conflicts of interest, 26 October 2017 – 30 September 2018.