Private Secretary (Administration) - Prime Minister's Officeat Department of Internal Affairs -
- The Prime Minister's Office is seeking a motivated and engaging administrator to join his office as a Private Secretary.
- Administration, your new role will see you provide a range of administrative support to the Prime Minister's Office.
In your new role you will be the 'face of the office' greeting visitors as they arrive, you'll help respond to a range of queries via email and over the phone, and in general will provide critical support in keeping things running smoothly.
Your position will involve process-driven administrative tasks such as the management of reception, logging invitations and meeting requests and any other administrative tasks that are required.This is a fixed term events-based position from appointment until 1 May 2026.
The position is part time, asking for 30 hours a week.
The likely appointment range is $71,767- $79,741 (pro rated), with starting salaries reflecting relevant skills and experience, as well as internal parity.
What skills or experience would I need to be successful?If you are an experienced administrator who is looking for a unique and meaningful role and can bring some of the below, we would love to hear from you!
Demonstrated experience providing administration, secretarial, and/or reception services Proficiency in Microsoft programmes, you will bring your speedy typing skills and an eye for detailA passion for politics and a desire to build your career in the heart of governmentA good sense of humour with the ability to have a laugh and work both closely with your team and autonomously as neededAn ability to work and problem solve at pace, with maturity and a high level of resilienceAn understanding of the machinery of government would be advantageousInterested?
Apply today!Please note applicants must be Permanent Residents or NZ Citizens and are required to obtain and maintain a national security clearance at a Top Secret or above.
Prior to applying please assess your eligibility status using the Protective Security Requirements tool found here: Getting and maintaining a national security clearance.Applications close Friday 16 January 2026 however we will be assessing and interviewing suitable applicants throughout this period
- so early applications are encouraged.
For more information, please contact Sarah.Ferguson@dia.govt.nzTo review the full job description, please click here.About usMinisterial Resourcing is the team within the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) responsible for ensuring Ministers' offices are suitably resourced with a range of highly skilled staff, who, in turn, provide a high level of support to the Minister, and ensure the smooth day to day running of their office.As a Ministerial office staff member, you will be employed by DIA, and supported by our dedicated team of Portfolio Managers.
Our purpose is to serve and connect people, communities and Government to build a safe, prosperous and respected nation.In other words, it's all about helping to make New Zealand better for New Zealanders.