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Job Opportunity: Team Leader – M?ori Investigations:HainesAttractJob description:Job DescriptionOur values areAroha, Transparency, Fairness and Balance, Independence and Determination. The Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry places Survivors at the heart of its mahi. Do you enjoy working on kaupapa M?ori issues? Haere mai, nau mai ki te Komihana! We are currently seeking a Team Leader, Investigations who will lead our M?ori investigations mahi. The Team Leader will work under the direction of the Head of Investigations, with significant Counsel Assisting to manage and lead the smooth running of the M?ori investigation. As part of this function, the Team Leader supervises the investigation team’s work, including interviewing witnesses, legal research, and drafting, evidence analysis, document management, and assists with the conduct of public hearings, w?nanga and community engagements. The Team Leader will also provide training, coaching and other forms of support to members of their team. If you enjoy working in a team and with colleagues across an organisation – come work for Royal Commission where you will get lots of practice and exposure to leading a team through complex mahi. This is your opportunity to be part of an organisation that is passionate about making a difference. Our vision is to transform the way we, as a nation, care for children, young people and vulnerable adults in state and faith-located care. As a Team Leader – Investigations, you will be responsible for the following: » Providing strategic leadership abilities of the investigation and management of the investigation team » Leading the development and oversight of the investigation plan, including superviseing evidence and information gathering » Leading to the overall Investigations strategy, plan and budget process for the investigations team » Providing high quality specialist legal advice and support to the Heads of Investigation and General Manager – Investigations, Associate Executive Director, Operations, Counsel Assisting, as well as to the Commissioners and other senior leaders, as requested » Ensuring the use of sound quality assurance methods to ensure all advice is of a high quality » Ensuring the analysis of evidence and information received by the inquiry considers all methods of evidence and information gathering (e.g., w?nanga, fono, engagements, etc) including through Relativity » Fostering a ‘one Royal Commission team’ culture, where staff understand the need for adaptcapability, flexibility and readiness for change expertise and practices Some key expertise and practice We are seeking for include (but not limited to) the following: » Hold a current practicing certificate from the New Zealand Law Society (or the capability to obtain a practicing certificate quickly) » 7+ years PQE » A well-developed knowledge of the function of the public service, machinery of government and the independent function of a Royal Commission » Strong written and oral communication expertise with a variety of audiences » Previous senior level practice in a legal setting, with the capability to work collaboratively in a highly complex environment and across professional disciplines » A well-developed knowledge of Te Tiriti of Waitangi and tikanga M?ori and how Information technology can be applied » practice or knowledge of issues and themes significant to State, Faith-located settings, M?ori, Pacific People’s or Deaf and Disabled People’s care settings would be advantageous About us The Inquiry is investigating the abuse and neglect of people in state and faith-located institutions between 1950 and 1999. We will make recommendations to the government aimed at stopping this happening in the future. We celebrate and value diversity of thought, practice and expertise in our workplace. We welcome enquiries from all people, including all ethnicities (M?ori, Pacific People and ethnic communities), LGBTQIA+ and disabled communities. We look for talented and unique people. Everyone is welcome – we are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including diversity in age, gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical or mental capability, religious or ethical beliefs, political opinion or union affiliation and perspective. We want all employees to have access to equal employment opportunities, and we are committed to make our environment accessible, including facilities, information and IT. Our employees feel empowered to share their practice and ideas. We want everyone, from any background, to be able to do their best work and be encouraged to bring their whole selves to the job. We welcome applications from disabled people, including people with mental, psychological, or social disabilities, and we can make reasonable accommodations. Your work life balance is important to us, and we offer flexible working arrangements. We approach our work respectfully, learning quickly and improving constantly. For more information on the Royal Commission please see our website www.abuseincare.org.nz How to submit the application:Please submit your CV, application form, and a cover letter to recruitment@abuseincare.org.nz CLICK HERE for a copy of the application form. CLICK HERE for a link to our careers page where you can find the position description for this function. Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday, 21 November 2021.For more information, or for assistance in applying, Contact Us by Recruitment@abuseincare.org.nzSkills:
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