Private Secretary

2 weeks ago

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

Kickstart your career in the heart of the government
- Provide executive support to Minister Penk and his wider office
- Unique opportunity | Based on site at Parliament | $74,222 -87,418 p.a.

**The opportunity**:
Hon Chris Penk, Minister for Building & Construction, Minister for Land Information, Minister for Veterans, Associate Minister of Defence, and Associate Minister of Immigration, is seeking a motivated and highly organised Executive Assistant to join his office as a Private Secretary (Executive Support). Working in the heart of the government, you will join a tight knit and trusted team who will support the Minister as part of the 54th Parliament.

This is an events-based position based on a 3-year parliamentary term. The likely appointment range for this role is $74,222 -87,418 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?**
- Demonstrated experience in an EA / PA or team administration role
- Proficiency in Microsoft programmes, you will bring your speedy typing skills, flair for multi-tasking and an eye for detail
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to gain the confidence of the Minister and a diverse range of stakeholders.
- A passion for politics, and a desire to build your career in the heart of government
- A good sense of humour with the ability to have a laugh and work both closely with your team and autonomously as needed
- An ability to work and problem solve at pace, with maturity and a high level of resilience
- A good knowledge of the machinery of government, OIAs, and Written or Oral Parliamentary questions would be advantageous

To review the full job description, please click here.

**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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