Executive Assistant to DCE International and Governance at New Zealand Customs Service, WellingtonAre you a highly motivated and engaged Executive Assistant looking for your next exciting challenge?High profile work supporting a member of Customs' Executive Board.Take your next step in your EA career in a role where you can make clear impact and add value!Flexible working arrangements + 3 additional Customs' leave days + in-house gym facilities on site!Wellington based full-time permanent position, only minutes from the Wellington Railway station!We are currently seeking a highly motivated and engaged Executive Assistant to join our Custom's Whanau!
About this role… The purpose of this position is to provide high-quality, effective, and efficient administrative support to the Deputy Chief Executive (DCE) International and Governance and the Senior Leadership Team in International and Governance. In this role, you will be the 'go to' person for your group, building in-depth knowledge of your team's activities and representing the group across the organisation.
Supporting the DCE International and Governance, this role adds value to Customs by strategically managing assigned portfolios, freeing up the DCE's and International and Governance leadership teams' time so they can focus on high-level, value-add work. As the 'go to' person for the International and Governance Group, you will develop an in-depth knowledge of the work area, providing high-quality, effective, and efficient Executive Assistant support.
This role requires a high degree of independence, discretion, trust, judgement, initiative, and self-discipline, working effectively with other Executive Assistants and senior leaders. The successful candidate will collate relevant information and policies for the purposes of reporting or advice. In addition, you will be technology savvy and seen as a credible and effective relationship builder who is comfortable working with a diverse stakeholder group.
The indicative salary range for this role is between $70,000 to $85,000 per annum (dependent on relevant skills and experience).
The ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance to a 'Secret' level is required for this position.
Working for New Zealand Customs… To join Customs in any role, you must be a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand permanent resident and be able to obtain and maintain an Organisational Security clearance along with being able to obtain and maintain security clearance to 'secret' level.
(*) A New Zealand Citizen or New Zealand Permanent Resident who has resided continuously in New Zealand for the last ten years, (including ten years ago from the date of this application) and resides in New Zealand at the time of application;
OR A New Zealand Citizen or New Zealand Permanent Resident who has resided continuously in New Zealand for the last ten years, (including ten years ago from the date of this application) and resides in New Zealand at the time of application who has travelled out of New Zealand for short periods of time i.e. > 6 months in one of the following countries: Australia, United Kingdom, United States or Canada and can provide police certificates from those countries for the period of absence.
Because of the nature of Customs' work, you must have a clear Police record. Organisational security clearances are mandatory and are conducted by Customs. You will also be required to pass a drug test.
You must have a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed by the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service towards a recommendation of suitability for security clearance at a higher level.
How to apply… To express your interest, please apply online by submitting a CV and cover letter that demonstrates your ability to meet the competencies required for the role as outlined in the position description.
Please note that Customs will not accept any applications sent to an email address. All applications are required to be submitted online via our website.
Deadline for applications is 11pm, Sunday 19 January 2025. New Zealand Customs Service | Te Mana Arai o Aotearoa is a member of Diversity Works New Zealand and is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. It provides equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role. Customs | Te Mana Arai supports flexible working arrangements and welcomes the opportunity to speak with you about your flexible working requirements.
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