OIA & Privacy Information Requests Advisor (Fixed Term)

Fire and Emergency New Zealand; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is seeking an Advisor for Information Requests on a fixed-term basis, with flexible location. You will manage Official Information Act and Privacy Act requests, draft formal responses, and coordinate with senior leaders and regional teams to meet statutory timeframes.

The role emphasizes building strong stakeholder relationships, exercising sound judgement, and handling sensitive matters with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Experience with the Official Information Act (OIA) or Privacy Act in a regulatory/legislative setting.
• Strong analytical abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to draft clear, well-reasoned written responses under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to learn statutory decision‑making processes.
• Capacity to manage competing priorities and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of OIA/Privacy Act requests from start to finish.
• Build relationships across the organisation and liaise with senior leaders, subject matter experts and regional teams.
• Draft letters and provide support to the wider organisation in information requests.
• Ensure responses are delivered within statutory timeframes and maintain professionalism.

Skills

OIA experience

Privacy Act

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Regulatory environment

Job description

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is seeking an Advisor for Information Requests on a fixed-term basis, with flexible location. You will manage Official Information Act and Privacy Act requests, draft formal responses, and coordinate with senior leaders and regional teams to meet statutory timeframes.

The role emphasizes building strong stakeholder relationships, exercising sound judgement, and handling sensitive matters with professionalism.