Council Governance Administrator

About us

The Nursing Council of New Zealand is the independent regulator for nurses in Aotearoa, with our purpose being Safe nurses, safe public.

We have an important mission and working for the Nursing Council is an exciting opportunity for you to use and grow your skills, while working with a team that has a true purpose and take pride in the work they do.

Our work is varied and is focused on protecting the health and safety of the public by setting and monitoring standards to ensure nurses are registered, competent and fit to practice.

We strive to lead health professional regulation. Our values are important to us and guide the way we work.

• We are RESPECTFUL – He WHAKAKOHA mātou. We act with integrity, upholding the highest ethical standards, seeking out and listening to the views of others. We ensure our processes are fair, impartial and equitable

• We Are COLLABORATIVE – Ka mahi NGĀTAHI mātou. We foster strong relationships with each other and our stakeholders. We work with our regulatory partners in Aotearoa and internationally, to enhance nursing practice and protect public health and safety

• We are ACCOUNTABLE – Ka noho HAEPAPA mātou. We promote honesty and transparency in all regulatory activities. We hold ourselves and the nursing profession to account for meeting high standards of professional conduct and competence. We place safety and well-being of the public at heart of what we do.

• We are INCLUSIVE - He TĀPITI mātou. We value diverse perspective and experiences. We make our processes and information accessible, understandable and user-friendly

About the role

The Council Governance Administrator plays a pivotal role in supporting the Nursing Council's board and governance committees, providing high-level executive assistance and efficient administrative support via the Chief Executive/Registrar. This position is responsible for coordinating Council activities, managing board documentation, and ensuring meetings and communications run smoothly. The role also offers occasional support to the Executive Leadership Team and works collaboratively with the EA to the Chief Executive and other administration staff to deliver seamless service. Key accountabilities include upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, maintaining professional relationships with stakeholders, organising meetings and travel, managing records and registers, and contributing to a positive, well-organised working environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organisational skills and writing communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

About you

You are an experienced professional with a solid background in governance support, executive assistance or a similar role, supported by a relevant tertiary qualification. Your administrative and IT skills are excellent, and you are confident using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and databases.

You will have excellent written communication skills and a strong attention to detail and consistently show initiative, working independently while maintaining high standards of personal organisation and prioritisation. Integrity is central to your approach, and you are trusted to manage confidential information with discretion. Your interpersonal and relationship building skills are outstanding, enabling you to foster positive connections across all levels of the organisation.

Benefits

As well as a supportive team and collaborative environment, we also offer:

• Health insurance

• Additional leave days

• Flexibility and support for study

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training

• Long service leave

• Flexible working policy

What next?

If this role sounds like you then apply now with your CV and a cover letter telling us what makes you right for this role. You must be based in Wellington and hold a valid working visa to be considered for the role. If you have any questions, please contact Kevin Keane on We will be reviewing CVs as we go so apply now