Treaty Support Officer Fixed term June 2027

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; On-site; NZD 49,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Rainbow Tick accreditation

Job summary

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Wellington seeks a part-time Treaty Support Officer who will assist the Legal Division with international treaty making and mutual legal assistance. The Treaty Support Officer works in close collaboration with the Treaty Officer and others in the General International Law team and covers a wide range of international law issues.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated law students with strong writing and communication skills, able to balance multiple

Qualifications

• Self-motivated law student with understanding of basic international law.
• Ability to plan and organise workload and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse people.
• Competent in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Treaty Officer in international treaty-making.
• Assist with publication of treaties in the NZ Treaty Series and House presentations.
• Conduct general legal research and provide assistance to Legal Division members.
• Support case management and updates with relevant legal officers.
• Receive/transmit documents from overseas posts and local missions, prepare letters.

Skills

Legal research

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

Law student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders.Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui.Seeking law student eager to gain practical experienceOpportunity to put academic learning into practicePart-time, Wellington basedAbout the role - Korero mo te turangaThe Treaty Support Officer provides support to MFAT's Legal Division in the areas of international treaty making and mutual legal assistance. The Treaty Support Officer works in close collaboration with the Treaty Officer and others in the General International Law team and covers a wide range of international law issues.Support to the Treaty Officer in the area of international treaty-makingAssisting with publication of treaties in the New Zealand Treaty Series and presentation to the House of RepresentativesGeneral legal research and legal assistance for members of Legal DivisionSupport management of cases in the above areas and work with relevant legal officers to keep them informed of relevant updatesReceive and transmit documents from overseas posts, local agencies, and local foreign missionsPrepare letters and third person notes for private international law and cover for mutual legal assistance, extraditionUnderstand the Ministry's strategic priorities and high-level outcomes framework and how this role contributes to the framework.For more detail you can view a copy of the position description hereThis is a fixed term opportunity working 10-15 hours per week until 30 June 2027The salary for this role is $54,996 pro-rated, inclusive of our 3.5% KiwiSaver employer contribution.Who are we looking for? - Ma wai te mahi nei?We want to hear from you if you are a self-motivated law student with an understanding of the basic principles of international law.In addition, we would like you to highlight the following on your application:Ability to plan and organise workload.Ability to manage multiple priorities.Demonstrated interest in international law and/or international relations.Attention to detail.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Interpersonal skills and an ability to work successfully with a diverse range of people internally and externally.Competent in Microsoft Office suite of products.Ability to work independently in completing tasks and collaboratively with others when requiredWhy MFAT? - Nga hua o te mahi i te Manatu Aorere?We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options consistent with guidance from the Public Service Commission. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.About us - Mo matouOur people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand's interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.To Apply/Interested? - Me pehea te tuku tonoApply today with your CV and cover letter.Please contact [e-mail] if you have any questions.To be considered for this position at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade you must be a NZ citizen.You must be able to obtain and maintain a Confidential security clearance. Ordinarily, to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have sufficient checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken. Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed.Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-toolPlease let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.Early applications are encouraged, as interviews will be conducted throughout the advertising periodApplications close at midnight on 6th October 2026.Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a `Corporate' role (known here as a specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.