Clerk of Committee | Manahautū o te Komiti

Wellington - New Zealand

Yearly Salary: $ 103020 - 113220

Posted on: 29 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

When you work in Parliament you dont just watch democracy in action you are part of it. And in the Office of the Clerk we work at its core providing advisory services to the House of Representatives directly assisting the House and its committees with the business of Parliament.

Te tīma The team:

Office of the Clerk provides a unique and stimulating work environment where you will be a part of a highly respected organisation that is at the heart of New Zealands democracy. Select Committee Services supports select committees with the administrative procedural and reporting back aspects of their work.

Mō te tūnga About the role:

As Clerk of Committee youll play a lead role in overseeing services to one or more designated select committees. As well as attending all meetings and coordinating the committees programme of work youll work closely with Members of Parliament providing advice on matters to do with committee procedure scrutiny of legislation and scrutiny of State Sector agencies.

This is a full time fixed term role until June 2026.

Ngā haepapa Responsibilities:

Working for Parliament in a totally impartial politically neutral environment your organisational planning relationship management and communication skills will be invaluable as you:

Brief committee chairpersons
Lead a small secretariat team
Liaise with departmental advisers and parliamentary counsel
Coordinate a select committees programme of work
Provide advice on parliamentary procedures.

Tō kete What you will bring to the role:

Youll be building a strong professional relationship with the Chairperson of your committee so you need to be tactful diplomatic and confident working with senior public figures. Youll also need the skills to work with different personalities and be able to think on your feet cope with pressure and deal effectively with the unexpected.

Alongside a tertiary qualification youll be confident in leading a small team and advising decision makers and stakeholders. Ensuring correct procedures are followed is a critical part of this role so youll need to be someone who appreciates the need for rules and processes. But this role isnt just about following a set of rules - youll also need sound judgement and decision-making skills for situations when the way forward isnt clear-cut.

Why work for Office of the Clerk

The ever-changing environment we work in allows us to be part of the action at Parliament including attending question time select committees and other key events.

We actively represent our values of Courage Integrity Manaakitanga Impartiality and Kaitiakitanga.
We offer a thorough induction on-going development and excellent working conditions.
We offer a range of benefits including study assistance 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

If you would like to know more about who we are and the mahi we do visit Careers at Parliament.

The appointing base salary for this role is $103020 to $113220 per annum. Appointments will be based on skills experience and relativity (remuneration band extends beyond the appointing salary range to account for tenure progression).

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply:

To apply please click the Apply Now button and complete our online application form. Applications close at midnight on 24^th October 2025.All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or to arrange a confidential kōrero please contact Jodie Taylor onor email @

Please note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes. Depending on application numbers this date may change.

If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

The Office of the Clerk appoints on merit and is committed to EEO and good employer principles. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value the experience that your point of difference brings.