Private Secretary I Regional Development

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

• Career development opportunity to apply and build skills 
• Gain an enhanced understanding of the ministerial environment
• Be the connection between Kānoa – Regional Economic Development and Investment Unit and the Minister’s office
• One 18-month secondment position, Private Secretary to the Minister for Regional Development
• Central Wellington based

Tēnei tūranga - About the Role:

The Private Secretary role supports the Minister for Regional Development in the Regional Development portfolio. This is a fast-paced and dynamic portfolio, focused on delivering the government’s high-priority $1.2bn Regional Infrastructure Fund. 

This is an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the workings of government from a different angle.  You will gain experience supporting Minister, working closely with a range of MBIE staff, relevant Crown entities and wider Parliamentary staff. Your contribution will help to ensure seamless liaison between the Department and the Minister’s Office. 

In this role you will have ample opportunity to make a difference through the provision of effective and appropriate support and advice.  You’ll also use your excellent relationship management and influencing skills to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and actively build and manage a network of contacts within Parliament, the Ministry and other external portfolio stakeholders.

 
This is an opportunity for someone already employed within the public service.
 

Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana -

Skills and Experience Required
 

This role would suit a person who thrives in a fast-paced and challenging work environment; and therefore you will need to demonstrate:
 

• Able to manage a large workflow on behalf of MBIE and the Minister with flexibility and sound judgement to respond to changing and evolving priorities and ensure deadlines are met
• Able to react quickly to assess situations, synthesise information and make judgement calls in order to deliver at short notice
• Strong written communication and reviewing/proofreading skills with an eye for detail 
• Experience with the machinery of government; particularly ministerial correspondence, OIAs and parliamentary questions
• Good knowledge of government administration and legal requirements around dealing with private and official information 
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage processes and meet competing deadlines 
• Well-developed relationship management skills and confidence working with a wide range of people at all levels
• The ability to work independently, motivate yourself, and remain calm, focussed and resilient under pressure
• Sound judgement and high personal integrity.

 
The ideal candidate might already have experience in the area of Policy and/or Ministerial Services and be looking to advance their career through increasing their political nous and understanding of the system of Government in preparation for their next step on the Government career ladder.  
 
The role requires a Confidential Security Clearance.

Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE - About 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 ahungaroa o ngāi wi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, katutuki 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 kaupapakua 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.

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply:

Click here to view a position description. 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/15930 if you have any further questions.

Applications close Sunday 2 February 2025 (midnight) However, applications will be viewed as they are received so, please do not hesitate to apply.