Official Communications Adviser

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 76,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Official Correspondence team at New Zealand Government manages Corrections' formal communications, drafting replies to official correspondence within set timeframes and to a high-quality standard.

Two positions available: one permanent and one fixed term to June 2027. Based on site at our National Office in Wellington CBD, with flexible start dates and a focus on OIA/Privacy Act expertise, strategic thinking, and strong written and oral communication.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of the OIA and Privacy Act.
• Understanding of Corrections and the Justice Sector.
• Ability to think strategically and analytically; manage organisational risk.
• Proven ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in accurate record-keeping with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare responses to official correspondence on behalf of the Department (OIA and Privacy Act requests; ministerial correspondence; queries from whānau).
• Undertake research and analysis to ensure enquiries are fully addressed and responses are robust.
• Peer review work to ensure consistency and quality of responses across the team.
• Provide expert advice to Departmental staff regarding OIA and Privacy Act requirements.

Skills

OIA and Privacy Act knowledge

Corrections/Justice sector awareness

Strategic and analytical thinking

Prioritise workloads and meet dead­lin

Written and oral communication

Record-keeping and confidentiality

Job description

The Official Correspondence team at New Zealand Government manages Corrections' formal communications, drafting replies to official correspondence within set timeframes and to a high-quality standard.

Two positions available: one permanent and one fixed term to June 2027. Based on site at our National Office in Wellington CBD, with flexible start dates and a focus on OIA/Privacy Act expertise, strategic thinking, and strong written and oral communication.