Private Secretary

2 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Private Secretary (Administration) Office of Hon David Seymour
- Kickstart your career in the heart of the government
- Provide admin support to Minister David Seymour and his wider office

**The opportunity**:
Hon David Seymour, Minister for Regulation, Associate Minister of Education, Associate Minister of Finance, Associate Minister of Health and Associate Minister of Justice is seeking a motivated and engaging administrator to join his office as a Private Secretary. Working in the heart of the government, you will join a tight knit and trusted team who support the Minister as part of the 54th Parliament.
This is an events-based position based on the parliamentary term.
What skills or experience would I need to be successful?
If you are an experienced administrator who is looking for a unique and meaningful role and can bring some of the below, we would love to hear from you
- Demonstrated experience providing administration, secretarial, and/or reception services
- Experience or interest in Minister David Seymour's portfolios would be advantageous
- Proficiency in Microsoft programmes, you will bring your speedy typing skills and an eye for detail
- 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
- An understanding 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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