Senior Executive Assistant, Government and

3 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Senior Executive Assistant required for busy Deputy Director-General
- Permanent, Wellington office-based role
- Salary midpoint of $77,872, actual salary dependent on your experience.

Ko wai mātou - About us
At Manatū Hauora - Ministry of Health we are the kaitiaki of the health system, providing leadership and driving strategy and performance. We regulate the health sector and are the primary source of advice on health matters.
The Government and Executive Services Directorate has a strong focus on integrity, reputation and trust. We lead and support organisational excellence by providing timely, high-quality advice, communications, legal and governance support to Manatū Hauora (Ministry of Health) and to the Ministers and Associate Ministers of Health as our primary customers.
Ko ake mahi - What you'll do
You'll be providing comprehensive support to the Director Deputy-General (DDG) of the Government & Executive Services Directorate, ensuring that they are supported in their day-to-day activities and that, above all, their diary is managed effectively. You'll do this by being supremely organised yourself, with an eye for detail, and a great understanding of your customer's needs.
This role is crucial to the efficient running of the directorate. You will be working both independently (directly to the DDG) and as part of a friendly and collaborative team (the DDG's office) through a diverse range of tasks requiring a high degree of confidentiality, initiative, tact, accuracy, and independent judgement.
Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring
- Previous EA experience, providing support for an executive leader
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable, proactive, and work well under pressure
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Ability to influence and work with staff at all levels
- Advanced Microsoft 365 skills

Ko mātou me tō matou whare - What we bring
Unlock your career potential at Manatū Hauora, where you'll discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth. We're not just a workplace; we're a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance. At Manatū Hauora, diversity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of our culture, ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters. Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving. Join us today and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare.
Ngā Uaratanga - Our values
Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities.
- Manaakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictonary.co.nz) - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other
- Kaitiakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive
- Whakapono (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing

Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply
We value diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us. Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.



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