Coordinator – Government Services (Wellington)

About the role

We are looking for a highly organised Coordinator to join our Government Services team in Wellington. You will play a key part in supporting the Ministry's accountability to Ministers, Parliament and the public, working across Ministerial Correspondence, Official Information Act services, Ministerial advice and Parliamentary coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate ministerial, parliamentary and official information workflows, including logging, tracking, filing, reporting and responding to requests while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Support the team’s work programme by managing information requests, preparing reports and presentations, and maintaining accurate records and reporting systems.
• Provide proactive administrative and logistical support such as arranging meetings and events, preparing agendas, taking minutes and assisting with workflow management across multiple streams.
• Build strong relationships across the Ministry and with key stakeholders, contributing to continuous‑improvement initiatives that enhance processes, systems and service delivery.

Required profile

• Experience in a coordination, administration or business support role serving multiple stakeholders, projects or workstreams.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands, work under pressure and maintain attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑management abilities, a collaborative approach and a commitment to high‑quality service delivery.
• A proactive mindset, keen eye for detail and passion for improving processes.

Required skills

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position based in Wellington.
• Midpoint salary of $66,838 NZD (dependent on experience).
• 4.4 weeks of annual leave and a wellness allowance after 12 months.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth within an inclusive, supportive workplace.