Overview
Ministerial Resourcing are seeking expressions of interest for the Private Secretary (Administration and Executive Support) role, across Ministerial Offices.This is an ongoing expression of interest. Applications will be reviewed as vacancies arise, both current and future, including fixed-term, roving, acting and events-based opportunities aligned with the Parliamentary term.As a Private Secretary (Administration and Executive Support), you provide essential administrative support, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the Minister's office.What you'll doIn this role, you will:Manage the Minister's diary, travel, and meeting arrangementsCoordinate office workflows and administrative processesPrepare and manage correspondence and documentationSupport financial and office administration processesLiaise with internal teams, agencies, and external stakeholdersEnsure accurate record-ke
Full job description
Full Job Description
Ministerial Resourcing are seeking expressions of interest for the Private Secretary (Administration and Executive Support) role, across Ministerial Offices.This is an ongoing expression of interest. Applications will be reviewed as vacancies arise, both current and future, including fixed-term, roving, acting and events-based opportunities aligned with the Parliamentary term.As a Private Secretary (Administration and Executive Support), you provide essential administrative support, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the Minister's office.What you'll doIn this role, you will:Manage the Minister's diary, travel, and meeting arrangementsCoordinate office workflows and administrative processesPrepare and manage correspondence and documentationSupport financial and office administration processesLiaise with internal teams, agencies, and external stakeholdersEnsure accurate record-keeping and compliance with processesProvide general operational support to the Minister and officeThe Private Secretary (Administration and Executive Support) plays a key role in ensuring the office operates efficiently and effectively.What we're looking forWe're interested in people who bring:Strong organisational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tasks and competing prioritiesExperience in executive support or administration rolesStrong interpersonal and communication skillsA proactive, solutions-focused approachProfessionalism and discretionYou'll also demonstrate the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Why Join Us?This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the workings of Executive Government. You'll be employed by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) and supported by the Ministerial Resourcing team, who ensure Ministers' offices are staffed with skilled professionals.We're committed to making New Zealand better for New Zealanders - and we're looking for someone who shares that purpose.Role DetailsType: Events-based (aligned with the 3-year parliamentary term)Location: WellingtonSalary Band: $71,767 - $101,349 per annum (based on skills, experience, and internal parity)EligibilityApplicants must be New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents and able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance at CONFIDENTIAL or above. Please assess your eligibility using the Protective Security Requirements tool.Ready to Apply?Applications will be retained and reviewed as vacancies arise. You may be contacted if your experience aligns with an upcoming opportunity. For more information, contact Ministerial.Resourcing@dia.govt.nzTo view the full job description, click here.
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