Archivist/archives Advisor

5 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Location: Wellington
Business Group: Archives & National Library
Branch: Partnerships & Commissions

**Salary**: $71,767 - $89,310

About us

As part of the Department of Internal Affairs, we are the kaitiaki of Aotearoa's documentary heritage. At Archives New Zealand and the National Library, we care for the records, stories, and knowledge that shape who we are as a nation. We collect, protect, and provide appropriate access to everything from government records to treasured taonga, working with communities, libraries, and archives across the motu and beyond to make sure the history and information that matter remain accessible for generations to come.

Projects That Make a Lasting Impact on Aotearoa's Archives

E nga mana, e nga reo, e nga karangatanga maha o nga hau e wha, nau mai, haere mai. Greetings to the many authorities, voices, and experts of the world.

As an Archivist - Project Delivery, you'll contribute to and deliver high-impact projects that support the care, arrangement and accessibility of collections across Archives New Zealand. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, problem-solving and working across teams to manage the large-scale transfer and processing of archival material.

You'll join a small team of archivists working on regional and national priorities, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards. You'll also collaborate with other specialists to ensure collections are appraised and described appropriately, and that physical and intellectual control is maintained throughout.

What we're looking for:
You'll bring a strong mix of professional knowledge and project delivery experience, including:

- Experience working in archives, records, or related heritage environments
- A good understanding of archival description, arrangement, appraisal and storage best practice
- Familiarity with the Public Records Act 2005 and related legislation
- Stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build relationships across institutions
- An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to ensuring archives are managed in a way that reflects Crown-Maori relationships
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- You may also bring experience working with taonga, matauranga Maori, and iwi or hapu partners in a cultural heritage or information management context.

Applications close: 5pm, 19 December 2025 For more information please contact: Kyle Leota, Senior Archivist Project Delivery.

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