Capability & Outcomes Specialist (L2) Mātanga Āheitanga me te Putanga

Wellington - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Capability and Outcomes Specialist (L2) - Policy

The Taukaea Policy team is seeking a dynamic and skilled Capability and Outcome Specialist (L2) to join our team.

Permanent role
Wellington

Join us and play a pivotal role in driving smarter planning sharper reporting and better this dynamic role youll partner with leaders to prioritise monitor and optimise policy projectsbringing clarity insight and innovation to every step.

Ara Whiwhi Mahi The Opportunity

The Capability and Outcomes Specialist (L2) will support the Programme Lead and Management Support with the prioritisation planning approval and monitoring of the Policy work plan and individual policy and remedial projects.

In this varied role you will:

Monitor the status of the work plan and each policy project- both a portfolio and project view
Assist the Policy leadership team develop regular management and governance reporting that will maximise data value
Collaborate with leaders to plan and report on performance outcomes
Identify resource needs interdependencies and opportunities within Policy and across IR to deliver work plans
Provide thought leadership on emerging trends and refining approaches to enhance customer outcomes
Design and improve planning performance monitoring and reporting frameworks and tools
Work with staff to continually improve data and process management as well as business performance metrics.

Mōu About you

We are looking for aCapability and Outcomes Specialist (L2)with strong quality decision-making capabilities. The ideal candidate would have previous experience with JIRA and Power BI and be able to develop and maintain planning and reporting for workforce management. Their business acumen would be well-honed and they would also be adept at partnering and providing advice to a range of customers.

To be successful in this role you will need to:

Based on decision-makers needs provide advice and analysis to support planning and performance reporting
Create and deliver timely meaningful reporting demonstrating your workforce planning and overall decision-making capabilities
Using your contacts and insights develop solutions for stakeholders to aid and enhance their decision-making
Manage and monitoring project outcomes risks and opportunities then proactively make recommendations and deliver these to support better business outcomes
Build strong relationships and work in a networked manner within Policy and across IR the ability to drive a process with a range of stakeholders.

Mō mātou About us

Policy advises Government on a range of tax and social policy issues. We research and develop policy options and present policy recommendations to senior officials and ministers. We also prepare the legislation arising from those policy recommendations and support it through the legislative process.

Be part of a hugely exciting policy agenda that affects all New Zealanders and really make a difference
Be part of one of the highest performing policy shops in Government where you will have the chance to hone and develop your skills to the highest level
Work in a high performing team in which people enjoy their work and support each other when in need
Learn and contribute to legislative change and learn the parliamentary process
Commitment to strengthening Māori Crown relationships under Te Tiriti o Waitangi/ the Treaty of Waitangi

At Te Tari Taake Inland Revenue were passionate about Aotearoa New Zealand being a great place to live and work. Were making it simpler for everyone to pay tax that pays for things like health care education and protecting the environment.

IR is committed to building an inclusive workplace free from inequalities where all our people are valued respected and feel supported to reach their full potential.

Tono mai Apply here

Please outline in your application how your skills and experience align with the advert and role description. For more information about the role and to request a copy of the Role Description please contact.

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Applications close 9am Monday 24^th November 2025

Please note well review applications as they come in and you will hear from us before advertising closes.

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DescriptionCapability and Outcomes Specialist (L2) - PolicyThe Taukaea Policy team is seeking a dynamic and skilled Capability and Outcome Specialist (L2) to join our team.Permanent roleWellingtonJoin us and play a pivotal role in driving smarter planning sharper reporting and better this dynamic r...