Advisor, Oia Services

Permanent Position
Based in Wellington, working across the Government Services group.

Salary midpoint of $7+,653, actual salary dependent on your experience.

Ko Ake Mahi - What You'll Do
As an Advisor, you will be a member of one Government Services team but may be required to work across the four teams: OIA Services, Ministerial Correspondence, Parliamentary Advice and Coordination, and OIA Advisory and Complaints.

We are looking for an Advisor to join the OIA Services Team.

In This Role
You will support the delivery of the Government and Ministry objectives by providing technical expertise and advice.
You will manage a caseload of OIAs as well as contributing to key pieces of work across the Ministry and collaborate with stakeholders both internal and externally.
This means that you must be based in Wellington.

Ko Pukenga - What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone with:

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 Matou - About Us
We're Manatu Hauora – Ministry of Health. We're 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 OIA Services Team is responsible for receiving, allocating, tracking, and completing OIAs across the Ministry as well as contributing to OIA training and guidance across the Ministry.

The team are experts in the OIA Act and work hard to support the transparency of and integrity in Ministry decision-making.

Ko matou me to matou whare - What we bring
Unlock your career potential at Manatu Hauora, where you'll discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

We're not just a workplace; we're a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance.

At Manatu Hauora, diversity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of our culture, ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters.

Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving.

Nga Uaratanga – Our Values
We live by these values:

Manaakitanga - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other.
Kaitiakitanga - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive.
Whakapono - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing.
Kokiri ngatahi - we connect and work together collectively towards a common purpose.
Me pehea te tono mai - How to Apply
To view the position description and apply, please follow the online process at our Careers Website.

Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications.

If you have any questions, please contact us through our careers page.

To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand.

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