Senior Executive Assistant

About the role

This permanent, full‑time position supports three senior Directors within the Performance & Governance group of Manatū Hauora. Based in Wellington, the role offers a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where strong organisational and communication abilities are essential.

Key responsibilities

• Provide proactive, high‑quality executive support, managing diaries, communications and priorities.
• Coordinate meetings, briefings and events end‑to‑end, handling logistics, documentation and follow‑up actions.
• Anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, identify risks and ensure deadlines are met.
• Tri­age requests, coordinate inputs and maintain oversight of sensitive executive and ministerial matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the Ministry and with external stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of administrative processes and onboarding.

Required profile

• Proven experience within government or public‑sector environments.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise under tight deadlines.
• Strong judgement, discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Highly developed communication and relationship‑building abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

What we offer

• Competitive salary midpoint of $80,226 NZD, dependent on experience.
• 4.4 weeks annual leave and a wellness allowance after 12 months.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive, whanau‑focused culture.