Coordinator I Office of the Deputy Secretary

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

• Fixed term or secondment opportunity for 3 months I Immediate start available
• Based in our central Wellington offices
• Salary $68,380 - $77,359 + KiwiSaver 

About the Role - Tēnei tūranga:

Are you a highly organised coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy being at the centre of the action and keeping things running smoothly?

We're looking for a proactive and confident Coordinator to join the Office of the Deputy Secretary in Corporate and Digital Shared Services. This is a varied and dynamic role that provides critical support across the group, helping to coordinate governance, planning, reporting and administrative activities that enable effective decision making and business operations.

This role would suit someone who enjoys juggling competing priorities, building strong working relationships, and taking ownership of their work. You'll be comfortable working independently, using your initiative, and confidently engaging with people at all levels of the organisation.

You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team working closely with senior leaders across Corporate and Digital Shared Services. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of business functions, contribute to strategic work, and further develop your coordination and organisational skills in a high-performing environment.

Skills and Experience Required - Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana:

You will bring proven coordination or administration experience in a busy environment and be known for your ability to stay calm, organised and solutions-focused under pressure.

We're particularly interested in someone who:

• Is highly competent with technology and confidently uses Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Picks up new systems quickly and enjoys finding smarter ways of working.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage multiple competing priorities.
• Is confident, resilient and comfortable working with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrates initiative, identifies problems early and takes action to resolve them.
• Has exceptional organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Builds strong working relationships and delivers excellent customer service.
• Communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Exercises sound judgement and maintains confidentiality.
• Must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand

About MBIE - Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE:

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Māia – Bold and brave
• Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future
• Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mōhio ana a Hīkina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kōtuinga I waenganui i a ngāi Māori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā, kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahunga roa o ngā iwi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, ka tutuki tēnei. He āhuatanga nui tēnei e āhei ai ngā mahi whanaketanga ā-ohanga, ā-pāpori hoki ki a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui. E whai tonu ana mātou ki te kōtui atu ki ngā iwi mō te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i ngā kaupapa kua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, ā, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i ngā āheinga kōkiritanga mā ngā iwi, me te tautoko i ngā iwi kia whai mana ake ai ēnei āheinga.

How to Apply - Me pēhea te tono:

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All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Email Jess Dalbeth at Jess.Dalbeth@mbie.govt.nz quoting ref MBIE/19994 if you have any further questions.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may invite you to interview before the role closes.  If you are interested, please don’t hesitate to apply.

Applications close on Sunday, 6th September 2026, at 11:59pm.