Private Secretary| Building

1 day ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Ministry Of Business, Innovation And Employment Full time

Discover a career with purpose at MBIEHigher duties allowance and 1 extra week of leave for internal candidates, and a comparable fixed-term salary for external candidates.Fixed-term or Secondment for 18 months based in WellingtonDo you thrive in a fast-paced and challenging role?Are you eager to use your superior influencing, negotiation and multi-tasking skills to make a difference at the political interface?If so, we want to hear from youTenei turanga - About the Role:MBIE is seeking expressions of interest for a Private Secretary position in the Building and Construction portfolio.
This position is based in the office of the relevant Minister, currently Minister Penk, and reports to the Head of the Office of the Deputy Secretary.
This opportunity is Wellington based, a fixed term or secondment for 18 months, full time, starting in April.Private Secretaries are the bridge between the Minister's office and MBIE.
This means we are looking for someone who can build strong relationships with others, exercise excellent judgement and self-manage.
The role will reward you with a unique experience during which you will develop invaluable communication, relationship, and judgement skills to take with you into your future career.
You will be well supported along the way with a firm focus on your pastoral care and how to succeed as a Private Secretary.Building and construction is a fast-paced and dynamic portfolio.
Significant reform is underway, and this role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to making building easier and more affordable.You are a policy professional who is very knowledgeable about the machinery of government and how the legislative process works.
You will be known for your ability to take initiative, identify and manage risk, and clearly communicate with others.
You will have excellent relationship management skills and very sound judgement, with demonstrated experience working confidently with senior leaders and ministers.
You will be looking to further develop your political nous, have a passion for being in the thick of it and relish the opportunity to be exposed to decision-making at the highest level.Internal candidates will receive up to $10,000 per annum in higher duties allowance and an extra week of leave at the end of the secondment term.
External candidates will be offered a comparable fixed-term salary.In addition, private secretary roles put you at the heart of decision making, giving you excellent insights into the working of government, a great way to build connections across the public sector and advance your career.Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience RequiredWhat You Will Need To BringThis role would suit a person who thrives in a fast-paced and challenging role, and therefore you will need:Demonstrated and proven policy or similar work at no less than a senior or principal advisor levelExperience with executive decision-making, particularly through developing cabinet papers; and a good understanding of parliamentary processes, including for legislationSound judgement and a high degree of personal integrityWell-developed relationship management skills and confidence working with a wide range of people, particularly those at a senior levelStrong organisational skills with ability to manage and administer processes and meet competing deadlinesGood knowledge of government administration and legal requirements around dealing with private and official informationStrong written communication and an eye for detailExperience with ministerial servicing tasks, such as ministerial correspondence, OIAs, parliamentary questions.Etahi korero mo MBIE - About MBIE:MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.Mahi Tahi – Better TogetherMaia – Bold and bravePae Kahurangi – Build our FuturePono Me Te Tika – Own ItOur aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity – Hikina Whakatutuki – which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.
We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.Me pehea te tono - How to Apply:Click here to view a position description.
All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.Email Monica Chow at ****** quoting ref MBIE/16666 if you have any further questions.Applications close on Sunday, 30 March.
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