Senior Advisor - Ministerial Services
Ministry of Social DevelopmentWellington, Wellington, New Zealand
Posted May 11, 2026
103815 - 125958 NZD
Full Time
About the Company
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation that provides social policy and advice to government and assistance to people of all ages, families, whÄnau, and communities.
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Advisor to join the Ministry for Youth Development's (MYD) Ministerial Services team. The role will provide strategic advice and quality assurance across ministerial and executive servicing functions, including briefings, responses to correspondence, Parliamentary questions, and Official Information Act requests.
Requirements
- Proven experience in ministerial servicing, public sector communications, or policy
- Excellent writing, editing, and analytical skills
- Strong understanding of machinery of government and Cabinet/Parliamentary processes
- Experience of prioritising in an often busy and complex environment and applying sound judgement when dealing with competing deadlines
- Evidence of ability to build strong working relationships across multiple stakeholders
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Supportive and inclusive culture
- Opportunities for professional growth
