Senior Executive Assistantat Ministry of Health -
Ministry of Health Wellington
Step into a role where your organisation skills stand outWellington based | Full
- time | Fixed term until 30 June 2026Midpoint of $79,040, dependent on experienceKo tōu ake mahi
- What you'll do The Senior Executive Assistant is a key connector for the Office of the Deputy Chief Executive, keeping our work flowing smoothly and helping the whole team operate at its best.
This role is all about anticipating what's needed, and helping the team stay focused, aligned, and moving forward.Day to day responsibilities:Keep the Office of the Deputy Chief Executive running smoothly by managing calendars, priorities, and workflow with confidence and clarityCoordinate team activities, meetings, and information flow to ensure everyone stays aligned and well'supportedPrepare high'quality documents, briefings, and communications that support the DCE and wider team's mahiAct as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, helping the team build strong, positive relationshipsBuild strong relationships across the organisation to facilitate effective communication and decision'makingKo ngā pūkenga ōu
- What you'll bringExperience as an Executive Assistant, Senior Administrator or Senior EAStrong organisational and time'management skillsAbility to anticipate needs and work autonomouslyExcellent written and verbal communicationHigh level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentialityConfidence working with senior stakeholders and managing competing prioritiesKo wai mātou
- About usTe Aho o Te Kahu, the Cancer Control Agency, provides national leadership for and oversight of cancer control.
Te Aho o Te Kahu takes a whole-of-system focus on preventing and managing cancer and oversees system-wide prioritisation and coordination of cancer care in New Zealand.
It is accountable for ensuring transparency of progress towards the goals and outcomes in the National Cancer Action Plan.Te Aho o Te Kahu is equity-led, knowledge-driven, person/whānau-centred and outcomes focused.
We offer a supportive environment for you to grow on both at personal and professional level.
We care about your wellbeing and offer a flexible working environment to promote a healthy work/life balance as well as a host of other benefits.Join Te Aho o Te Kahu
- Ngā tūranga e wātea anaWorking at Te Aho o Te Kahu is inspiring, meaningful and rewarding.
- Our Agency Values:Our Vision Tō Tātou WhāingaFewer cancers Kia whakaiti iho te mate pukupukuBetter survival Kia runga noa ake te mataoraEquity for all Kia taurite ngā huangaWe are equity led, whānau centred, knowledge driven and outcomes focused.
- How to applyApplications close on Monday 9 March 2026.
Click here to view the position description.
Please follow the online process at our Careers Website to apply.Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications.
If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at recruitment@health.govt.nz.
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 are reviewing applications as they come in and interviews may take place during the advertising period.
Please note if we receive a high number of applications this job may close prior to the closing date.
This role is Wellington based and the successful candidate will need to be based in Wellington.
We are not utilising recruitment agencies at this time.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please do so directly through our careers page.
All candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application via email.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check.
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.
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