Senior Private Secretary

2 weeks ago

Wellington City, New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs NZ Full time

**Senior Private Secretary to Hon Matt Doocey**
- Work in the heart of the government
- Interesting high impact portfolios including ACC, Mental Health, Tourism and Hospitality Youth, and Associate Minister of Health and Transport
- Leadership role | Based on site at Parliament | $110 - 141k.

Utilise your leadership and coordination skills in this pivotal role, contributing positively to New Zealand’s Mental Health, ACC, Tourism and Hospitality, Youth, and Associate Health and Transport sectors.

**The opportunity**:
Hon Matt Doocey, Minister for ACC, Mental Health, Tourism and Hospitality, Youth, Associate Minister of Health, and Associate Minister of Transport, is looking for an experienced Senior Private Secretary. In this influential role, you will lead a dedicated, high-performing team supporting Minister Doocey in the 54th Parliament. This unique and rewarding position operates in a high-impact, fast-paced environment.

This is an events-based position based on the present parliamentary term. The likely appointment range for this role is $110,000 - $141,000 per annum, with starting salaries reflecting relevant skills and experience, as well as internal parity.

**What skills or experience would I need to be successful?**
- Proven experience in managing and leading high-performing teams, demonstrating strong people management skills
- Extensive knowledge of government operations and experience with complex legislative and policy frameworks
- Interest or experience in Minister Doocey’s portfolios is advantageous
- Familiarity with public sector requirements, processes, codes, and guidelines, including financial and business management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships within the Minister’s team and with key stakeholders
- Excellent risk management skills, with a proactive approach to anticipating and mitigating risks, ensuring a “no surprises” environment
- Ability to work and solve problems quickly, demonstrating positivity, maturity, and resilience.

In this role, your leadership will be crucial in fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment, ensuring the Minister’s office operates smoothly and effectively. Your ability to manage people, inspire confidence, and maintain a positive team dynamic will be key to your success.

**About us**

Ministerial Resourcing is the team within the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) responsible for ensuring Ministers’ offices are suitably resourced with a range of highly skilled staff, who, in turn, provide a high level of support to the Minister, and ensure the smooth day to day running of their office.

As a Ministerial office staff member, you will be employed by DIA, and supported by our dedicated team of Portfolio Managers. Our purpose is to serve and connect people, communities and Government to build a safe, prosperous and respected nation. In other words, it’s all about helping to make New Zealand better for New Zealanders.

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