• Wellington office
• Permanent, fulltime position available
• Salary midpoint of $79,653 - actual salary dependent on your experience.

Ko ake mahi - What you'll do
In this role you will part of the wider Government Services group, providing advice to support the Ministry, Minister and Associate Ministers to undertake their democratic responsibilities.
The Ministerial Correspondence team is responsible for drafting correspondence for our Ministers and Executive Governance Team (EGT). We work in a fast paced and reactive environment where meeting deadlines and high standards are paramount.
You will have exposure to the four teams in the group, and at times may be required to work across them: OIA Services, Ministerial Correspondence, Parliamentary Advice and
Coordination, and Official Information Advisory.

Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring

• Proven organisational skills with the ability to think ahead, use initiative, establish priorities, and meet deadlines whilst preserving high levels of accuracy

• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to tailor complex messages to a range of audiences

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to foster good stakeholder relationships

• Ability to influence and work with staff of all levels

• Knowledge of the machinery of government, risk management, managing at the political interface.

Ko wai mātou - About us
At Manatū Hauora (Ministry of Health) we are the kaitiaki of the health system, providing leadership and driving strategy and performance. We regulate the health sector and are the primary source of advice on health matters.
The Government and Executive Services directorate has a strong focus on integrity, reputation and trust. We lead and support organisational excellence by providing timely, high-quality advice, communications, legal and governance support to Manatū Hauora and to the Ministers and Associate Ministers of Health as our primary customers.

Ngā Uaratanga – Our values
Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities.

• Manaakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictonary.co.nz) - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other

• Kaitiakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive

• Whakapono (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing

• Kōkiri ngātahi (Listen on Māori Dictonary.com Kōkiri + ngātahi) - we connect and work together collectively towards a common purpose.

Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply
Click Apply and make sure to upload your CV and cover letter. If you have any questions, contact Annabel at Annabel.Buxton@health.govt.nz
Applications close on Wednesday, 30 October. Please note we are reviewing applications as they are received, and we may close this job prior to the closing date.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check.
To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand. For information on work visa eligibility, check out the Immigration New Zealand website.

We value diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us. Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.