Principal Advisor, Education Policy & Ministerials

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver 3%

Job summary

New Zealand Government is seeking a Principal Advisor, Ministerials based in Wellington for a permanent, full-time role within the Business Support team of Te Poutāhū. You will provide leadership and guidance across Ministerial processes, ensuring timely, accurate responses and high-quality advice to internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires delivery focus, collaboration, and adherence to Public Service standards, with a salary range of NZD 120,171–145,560 per year plus KiwiSaver.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage competing demands and deliver high-quality work on time.
• Organised and process-oriented with attention to detail.
• Identify risk and develop mitigation strategies.
• Adhere to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Manage Ministerial correspondence and Ministerial direct requests.
• Handle Official Information Act requests and Ombudsman investigations.
• Prepare responses to Select Committee and Parliamentary questions.
• Develop high-quality written advice and communications products.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Delivery focus

Organised

Risk identification

Attention to detail

Public Service standards

Job description

New Zealand Government is seeking a Principal Advisor, Ministerials based in Wellington for a permanent, full-time role within the Business Support team of Te Poutāhū. You will provide leadership and guidance across Ministerial processes, ensuring timely, accurate responses and high-quality advice to internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires delivery focus, collaboration, and adherence to Public Service standards, with a salary range of NZD 120,171–145,560 per year plus KiwiSaver.