Official Information and Government Services Advisor

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai is seeking an Official Information and Government Services Advisor to support timely, accurate responses to Official Information Act requests and Ministerial servicing. You will work across teams, collaborate with DOC, Ministers' offices and other agencies to gather information, manage deadlines and deliver high-quality responses.

You will handle sensitive information responsibly, build strong stakeholder relationships, and use Microsoft 365 and digital

Qualifications

• Knowledge of machinery of government and parliamentary processes.
• Experience with Official Information Act, Privacy Act and Public Records Act.
• Strong organisational and information skills to coordinate end-to-end requests.
• Ability to manage deadlines and risks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end delivery of Official Information Act requests.
• Provide Ministerial advice and correspondence.
• Support Parliamentary Questions and proactive releases.
• Synthesize and communicate key messages and risks to senior leaders.

Skills

Machinery of government

Parliamentary processes

Official Information Act

Privacy Act

Public Records Act

Stakeholder management

Microsoft 365

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Join a supportive workplace with excellent team culture and rewarding visionSalary: $80,695-$101,951 based on skills and experiencePermanent, full-time role based in WellingtonOur vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao TuroaMo te turanga | About the roleAre you someone who enjoys bringing clarity to complex information and working in a fast-paced environment? This is an opportunity to join the Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai in a varied role that sits close to the heart of public service.As an Official Information and Government Services Advisor, you will support timely, accurate responses to Official Information Act requests and core Ministerial servicing, including Parliamentary Questions, correspondence, status reports, and proactive releases. Working across two teams, you'll be comfortable working across multiple areas, collaborate with colleagues across DOC, Ministers' offices, requesters and other agencies to gather information, manage deadlines and risks, and deliver high-quality responses.Click here for the Role DescriptionNga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experienceWe are looking for a thoughtful, organised, and resilient person who takes pride in getting the details right. You will be comfortable working at pace, handling sensitive information responsibly, and providing practical support to people with different needs and priorities.If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:Knowledge of machinery of government, Ministerial and Parliamentary processes, and Official Information Act, Privacy Act and Public Records ActStrong organisational and information skills to coordinate the end-to-end delivery of Official Information Act requests, Ministerial advice and correspondence, Parliamentary Questions, proactive releases and related information requestsA track record of delivering high-quality, accurate work and strong attention to detail.Sound judgement and analytical thinking, with the ability to assess information, spot issues and think carefully about riskProven ability to ensure the effective flow of information between Directors and the directorates, synthesising and communicating key messages, risks, and insights to support informed decision-making and organisational alignmentProven ability to provide proactive support, anticipate needs, and effectively manage competing priorities in a complex environmentStrong ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships, with confidence working with senior leaders and a diverse range of internal and external stakeholdersExperience identifying opportunities for process improvementConfidence using Microsoft 365, business systems, and digital tools to coordinate the day-to-day work.He aha nga painga mou? | What's in it for you?DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader.Want to know more?Tonoa inaianei | Apply nowApply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We're unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate.Salary: $80,695-$101,951, depending on skills and experience.Eligibility: You must hold a valid New Zealand work visa that covers the duration of employment.Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.'Ra whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, 22 October 2026Me he patai ano, whakapa mai | For further enquiries, please contact Anna Basova, Recruitment Advisor, at [e-mail]