Policy, Planning & Regulation (Government & Defence) Change your scene and become a VSA Volunteer and share your experience, knowledge, and skills to transform the lives of many. Work with our partner organisation to create a fair future for all. VSA will organise and fund, flights, visas, insurance, accommodation, living allowance and utilities while on assignment. Please note VSA Volunteers must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident. Volunteering with VSA Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) is not your typical volunteering agency, we are committed to building sustainable communities across the Pacific. If you're an experienced Legislative Review Advisor, looking for an extraordinary overseas experience in the Pacific to build into your field of expertise – working collaboratively with the Office of the Public Service Commisioner, then read on, as we have an exciting opportunity in store for you! Our Partner Organisation - Office of the Public Service Commisioner The Office of the Public Service Commissioner (OPSC) is responsible for supporting the Public Service Commissioner to deliver their mandated functions outlined in the Public Service Act 2009. These functions include: The provision of policy advice to government the appointment of, and performance management of, heads of public service departments Changes to the structure of government departments Establishing operating policies and standards Supporting the capability development of public servants Assignment This assignment is a partnership assignment between VSA and the Office of the Public Service Commisioner. In this assignment the VSA Volunteer will work alongside the Policy and Planning staff, and in particular, the Legal and Policy Advisor who will coordinate this work. The VSA Volunteer will recommend innovative models practiced elsewhere to create new efficiencies and effectiveness in the way the office of the Public Service Commissioner operates. The Volunteer Are you someone who wants to make a difference, have a sense of adventure and like the challenge of being outside your comfort zone? VSA Volunteers are technical experts who impart their skills and knowledge to the local community. You will need to be flexible, adaptable, resourceful, resilient with a passion for Aotearoa and the wider Pacific community. We're looking for a volunteer with the following: Experience in reviewing and/or drafting legislation. Experience in public sector management/administration, human resources and change management. Experience in developing public policies which will be used to develop legislation. Desirable: Recognised qualification in HR or organisation development The Country The Cook Islands has 240 square kilometres of land, comprising 15 islands spread across 2.1 million square kilometres of ocean. The islands are self-governing in "free association" with New Zealand. This means Cook Islands nationals are citizens of New Zealand, and New Zealand (in consultation with the Cook Islands government) has responsibility for external affairs such as defence. The economy is mainly based on tourism and marine resources. Agricultural products include copra, fruit and vegetables, coffee, pigs and poultry. Economic development is vulnerable to environmental factors and global economic trends, with economic growth limited by environment, infrastructure constraints and a labour shortage. The Islands have a trade deficit (importing, mainly from New Zealand, far more than they export). Apply Now! Apply for this amazing opportunity through our website. For more information on this assignment, email ****** . To review the full assignment description please copy and paste the below link into your browser: If you are on the VSA website, please click on the download assignment description tab above. Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
