Advisor - Ministerial Services

5 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Permanent opportunity based in Wellington or Palmerston North
- 5 weeks leave, flexible working, subsidised health insurance
- Contribute towards the future of our transport system

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**
Are you ready to make a difference? This role is your chance to provide top-notch ministerial and parliamentary expertise, delivering high-quality, timely advice and services to Ministers, senior leaders, and staff across NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). You'll be at the forefront of managing and drafting responses to all official, ministerial, and parliamentary requests for information on behalf of NZTA.

View the Position Description.

We are seeking to appoint at $78,810 per annum.

**Ko koe'tenei | About you**
We are on the lookout for a dynamic individual who can effortlessly manage multiple tasks, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings resilience, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong customer-centric mindset to the table.

You will also bring:

- Knowledge of government machinery, OIA, and Privacy Act
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent written and oral communication in plain English
- Ability to manage demanding workloads and priorities under pressure
- Sound judgement and risk management
- Strong relationship management and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience working with or communicating with a Minister's office

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Maori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Maori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.

**Ko wai matou | About us**
At NZTA, it all starts with our people. The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa. NZTA has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years time.

Te Waka Kotuia Engagement and Partnerships Group is accountable for navigating NZTA's journey by building strong relationships with all stakeholders, telling great stories to achieve outcomes and change and managing our reputation.

Ministerial Services works with other NZTA business units to meet the organisation's ministerial servicing and legislative requirements. We are the key interface between the Minister of Transport and Associate Minister, members of the public, and other government organisations, responsible for maintaining NZTA's reputation by ensuring that work is of the highest quality, within the required timeframes and meets the needs of our customers. We are the experts in providing advice and support to the wider organisation on machinery of government and parliamentary processes.

Along with our other benefits we also offer 5 weeks annual leave, access to Marram Trust holiday homes, and subsidised health insurance.

**Ra Katinga | Applications close**:28 September 2025

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

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