Strategic Advisor, Ministerial Services & Accountability

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 139,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Taumata Arowai in Wellington – Wairarapa is seeking a Principal Advisor for Ministerial Services and Accountability to lead the Authority's accountability, planning and performance reporting work.

The role oversees ministerial services, OIA responses and official correspondence, delivering clear and timely advice to support senior decision-making and governance processes. You will build trusted relationships with the Minister's Office and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in public sector accountability, planning and performance reporting.
• Strong machinery of government knowledge and political neutrality.
• Credible strategic advice to senior leaders and governance committees.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of statutory accountability documents and reporting processes.
• Provide strategic advice to the Chief Executive, Board and Ministers.
• Oversee ministerial services, official correspondence and OIA responses.
• Drive improvements in planning, reporting and assurance practices for clear accountability.

Job description

Taumata Arowai in Wellington – Wairarapa is seeking a Principal Advisor for Ministerial Services and Accountability to lead the Authority's accountability, planning and performance reporting work.

The role oversees ministerial services, OIA responses and official correspondence, delivering clear and timely advice to support senior decision-making and governance processes. You will build trusted relationships with the Minister's Office and stakeholders.