Ministerial Advisor

1 week ago

Wellington City, New Zealand The Treasury Full time

**_Fantastic opportunity to broaden your experience, grow your career and showcase your skills and potential._**
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Fast-paced and varied role at the heart of central government where you can make a real difference_
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Be part of a close, supportive and high performing team_
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Great processes, systems and technology in place to enable you to succeed_
**Mō mātou | About Us**

At **Te Tai Ōhanga - The Treasury**, we are committed to Tiakitanga to make Aotearoa a better place for people today and in the future. We safeguard New Zealand's finances and are the Government's trusted economic advisor. Our vision is to lift living standards for all New Zealanders.
**The Ministerial Advisory Service (MAS)** lead the stewardship of an open and transparent Treasury through the release of official information. MAS also enables the Treasury to support its Ministers in a coordinated and consistent way. Our goal is cultivating, maintaining and managing relationships internally, building credibility as an advisory centre of excellence within the organisation.
**Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role**

We are currently looking for **two** highly motivated and driven **Ministerial Advisors** to work within our high performing Ministerial Advisory Service Team on a **Permanent** and **12 month fixed-term **basis.

In these roles, you will oversee the drafting of replies to Ministerial correspondence and prepare responses to Official Information Act requests on behalf of the Treasury and/or Ministers. You will support the Treasury with best practice guidance and continuous improvement initiatives to help achieve our vision.
**Ō pūmanawa | About You**

Whatever your background, you will be conversant with the contemporary political environment and current events and be known for your ability to deliver whilst managing multiple priorities with tight deadlines. You'll be a high performing, analytical thinker who can bring:

- Strong attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills
- The ability to work collaboratively and be a team player
- Highly developed time management and organisational skills
- The capability to join the dots, follow processes and make linkages
- A desire to learn and a curious mind
- Knowledge of the machinery of government (desirable but not essential), and a passionate interest in current affairs.
**Ko ngā hua | What we Offer**:

- The opportunity to work in a supportive and high-performing team and internal opportunities across the organisation
- An environment where excellence is recognised, and staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential
- A workplace that values diversity and inclusion and recognises the value of your lived experiences
- Flexible work arrangements and encouragement to enjoy a positive work/life balance with and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
- 5 weeks annual leave for permanent full-time employees (pro-rated for part-time employees)

Our typical appointment range for the Ministerial Advisor position is between $67,865 (85%) and $79,841 (100%).

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