Advisor - Ministerial Services

• 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). Youll be at the forefront of managing and drafting responses to all official ministerial and parliamentary requests for information on behalf of NZTA.

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We are seeking to appoint at $78810 per annum.

Ko koetnei 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 Ministers office

You will demonstrate knowledge of or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Mori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Mori. 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 mtou About us

At NZTA it all starts with our people. The organisations 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 Ktuia Engagement and Partnerships Group is accountable for navigating NZTAs 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 organisations 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 NZTAs 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.

If you want to join an organisation with a strong transparent culture where wellbeingis a priority and where your talent and skills are valued then join us in continuing the make NZTA a great place to work and apply with your CV.

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

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.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.