Finance Business Partner

• Excellent opportunity to support complex and rewarding mahi at Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children
• Permanent, full-time position based in Wellington

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Business Partner. The role will provide trusted, insightful and comprehensive financial advice and support to the Deputy Chief Executive and their leadership team. The role will be responsible for ensuring the provision of timely and accurate information and business support to assist financial and operational decision-making and management. The Finance Business Partner also plays a leadership role within the Finance team.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Chartered Accountant or the equivalent Accountant qualification and certification, public sector experience is advantageous.
• Leading people, and coaching and mentoring to foster high performance and a positive culture.
• Proven ability to facilitate and support strategic planning, option analysis, and recommendations to empower senior executives to make informed decisions.
• Applied strong critical thinking skills and be a motivated self-starter.
• Sound commercial and financial acumen at a senior level.
• Clear and impactful communication style that influences across the Ministry.
• Evidenced ability to deliver and to customer requirements and be a trusted advisor to senior executives and their leadership team.
• Champion of continuous improvement and efficiencies.
• Demonstrates the ability to write to the expected standard, ensure peer reviews and provide financial assurance and advice on decision papers.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure.  We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.

This mid-point of the annual remuneration for this role is $162,887. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pēhea te tuku tono  | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Cover Letter, including your fit for this role what makes you a unique candidate. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

If you have any questions about role, please contact [email protected]

Hurry as applications for this role close just before midnight on Thursday 27 August 2026.

However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.