Adviser - Official Information Act at Ministry of Transport79,078 - 87,406
Position Title: Adviser - Official Information Act (OIA)Team and Group: Ministerial and Executive Services, Performance and Governance Position Type: Permanent, Full Time (38 hours per week)Location: Wellington CBD office (Queens Wharf)Salary: $79,078 - $87,406 per annum + KiwiSaver, laptop & mobileNewly established positionProgression and development encouraged Challenging, interesting role, supporting excellence across the entire MinistryAbout the Ministry of Transport | He kupu mō mātou Te Manatū WakaThe Ministry of Transport is an impartial, expert and trusted adviser to government, shaping transport for New Zealand.
We work to deliver a well-functioning transport system that helps grow New Zealand's economy and productivity. The Ministry's values are integrity, excellence, and collaboration.About the opportunity | Ngā whakamārama mō te tūngaReady for your next move?This is a new role in the Ministry's Ministerial and Executive Services team. We are responsible for the Ministry's corporate accountability documents, planning and reporting, and official correspondence functions. This is a chance to shape a new role and support the Ministry to continuously improve our OIA processes.
You'll work closely with the Senior Adviser to prepare OIA requests, information requests and releases, and play an important part in monitoring performance, highlighting concerns and providing solutions.This position also provides back up support to other positions within the Ministerial and Executive Services team providing you with beneficial exposure across the other functions.
You'll come to us from a similar central Government OIA-centred role, which means you'll be very familiar with the workings of Government and specifically OIA requests. What you'll bring | Te wāhi ki a koePrevious experience in responding to OIA requests, information requests and releases, and official correspondenceDemonstrated capability in applying relevant legislation (including Official Information Act and relevant privacy legislation) machinery of government processesExperience providing advice to Senior Leaders and Ministers including the development of briefings and internal memorandumsExperience in building and maintaining effective working relationships and excellent stakeholder management skillsProficient writing skills, experience and demonstrated capability in successfully communicating effectively to diverse audiencesProficient capability operating in a fast paced and changeable work environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office tools and productsA tertiary qualification is highly desirable.
Salary range | Whānuitanga Utu ā-TauThe appointing base salary budget for this position is $79,078 to $87,406 per annum + KiwiSaver. This is not indicative of the full salary band range.What we offer | Te wāhi ki a mātouThis a great opportunity to contribute to open government and public trust, be part of a collaborative team and a ministry with strong values (Integrity, Excellence and Collaboration).You'll also be working across the wider Ministerial and Executive Services team, the Ministry, and Crown entities, gaining exposure across the whole transport sector.We're confident you'll also get a lot from our high trust, high respect environment.
This is a place where you can roll your sleeves up and really deliver at pace, working both independently and collaboratively. You'll also have the chance to utilise your skills and experience to be part of embedding a new way of working.Our employees enjoy a range of employee benefits including Ministry leave, wellbeing and volunteer days as well as a welcoming range of employee networks.Join us and be a part of our passionate Ministry, shaping the future of transportation in New Zealand.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tono maiTo view the job description, or apply online, click Apply.Please include a CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant OIA skills and experience.You must have right to live and work in New Zealand and be based in Wellington or be ready to relocate.Other locations will not be considered.We will be reviewing applications and interviewing candidates as they are received. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.For further information or to speak confidentially, please contact Senior Recruitment Adviser, Rebecca Bakker at r.bakker@transport.govt.nz.We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, orientations, and identities.
We aim to have a Ministry that represents the wider Aotearoa that we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, supported and a sense of belonging.For any support or accessibility needs during our recruitment process, please contact us at applications@transport.govt.nzPlease note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies to fill this vacancy and unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.