Senior Advisor – Ministerial & OIA Services

Te Puni Kōkiri; Wellington; On-site; NZD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare allowances

Optical allowances

Te reo Māori proficiency

Medical insurance discounts

Flexible working options

In-house te reo Māori training

Kaimahi development and career options

Job summary

Te Puni Kōkiri in Wellington invites applications for a Kaitohutohu Matua | Senior Advisor focused on Official Information Act responses, ministerial servicing, and governance support.

You will draft briefs, respond to requests, and coordinate with Private Secretaries and the Executive Leadership Team. The role offers fast-paced, varied work and opportunities to drive continuous improvement while upholding te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Tertiary qualifications in law or public policy are desirable.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in public sector advisory roles with knowledge of machinery of government and public law including the Official Information Act.
• Experience in ministerial servicing and OIA responses.
• Ability to draft, advise on, review and build capability in Ministerial documents and OIA responses.
• Strong communication and relationship-building across leadership and agencies.
• Continuous improvement mindset and knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end delivery of high-quality Ministerial advice, including drafting briefs, aide-mémoires, Written Parliamentary Questions and Ministerial papers.
• Advise on and draft responses to Official Information Act requests and manage end-to-end process.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver timely, high-quality advice to the Minister and office.
• Lead and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and provide governance secretariat support.

Skills

Public sector expertise

Ministerial Servicing Excellence

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Continuous improvement

Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Education

Tertiary qualifications in law/public policy/governance

Job description

Te Puni Kōkiri in Wellington invites applications for a Kaitohutohu Matua | Senior Advisor focused on Official Information Act responses, ministerial servicing, and governance support.

You will draft briefs, respond to requests, and coordinate with Private Secretaries and the Executive Leadership Team. The role offers fast-paced, varied work and opportunities to drive continuous improvement while upholding te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Tertiary qualifications in law or public policy are desirable.