Senior Advisor, Ministerial Services

3 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Be part of a fast-moving brand-new central agency
- Utilise and build your ministerial services knowledge
- Support effective government engagement

We currently have two vacancies, a permanent role and a 12-month fixed term opportunity, based in central Wellington. Please ensure you inform us which you are interested in by highlighting this on your cover letter
About us
The New Zealand government uses regulation to protect communities from harm, and to improve outcomes for its people. Our job is to help improve the overall quality of regulation - and the way it is implemented - by working across the public service with experts in their fields.
The Ministry for Regulation is a newly established small government agency with a big job to do. We are a small group of dedicated professionals, working in a 'can do' environment.
About the Role
The Ministry has a rare opportunity to provide advice on how to significantly strengthen New Zealand's regulatory management system, and what the role of the Ministry and other agencies should be in contributing to that system into the future.
The Senior Advisor in the Ministerial Services team will deliver high-quality official correspondence services, this will include ministerial correspondence, OIA requests and providing expert advice ensure effective communication and decision making within the Ministry. This is also a great opportunity to mentor and coach junior team members; no two days will be the same as you will cover a diverse and full range of tasks and activities.
**Please see the job description here**: Senior Advisor, Ministerial Services
This role is banded from $108,126 - $143,618 dependent on skill set and experience.
About you
**We are looking for someone who has**:

- Strong understanding of the machinery of government and processes
- Excellent knowledge of the Official Information Act and drafting responses to complex requests
- Experience working in the public service alongside or in a Minister's Office
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal, relationship management and collaboration skills
- A high level of political awareness and sound judgement
- A proactive and continuous improvement mindset

What we can offer you
- The opportunity to be directly involved in the next stage of standing up a new central agency
- Work within a dedicated and supportive team, with a strong delivery focus, who values diversity of thought and knowledge sharing is encouraged
- An opportunity to build a wide range of transferable skills and knowledge quickly that will benefit you throughout your career
- Flexible working options

How to apply
Applications close on Sunday 22 September 2024.



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