The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders. Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui.
Key Responsibilities Deliver first line security and resilience services in NZ and offshore Gain exposure to key security systems and practices Contribute to Aotearoa's safety at home and offshore Coordinate the Ministry's clearance processes and access card processes Manage the security or resilience mailbox, ensuring responses are appropriate and timely Coordinate reporting, risk assessments and key operational documents Support the stand-up of the Emergency Coordination Centre and undertake logistics in the early stages of a crisis Assist with maintenance of key security systems and practices in NZ The appointment range is $63,542 to $81,193 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution. The midpoint is $70,602.
We expect to appoint depending on your level of experience. Who are we looking for? We'd like to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:
Experience as a coordinator or administrator scheduling and coordinating a range of interconnected activities Demonstrated planning and organisational skills Confidence with Excel Passionate about helping people stay safe and an interest in a career in security, continuity and risk management Strong relationship management experience Proven integrity, discretion and an ethical approach Ability to set and deliver high standard work Good understanding of tikanga (Maori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Maori (the Maori worldview) into your work. If you are just starting on this journey that's OK too as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Why MFAT? We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging.
We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
About Us Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand's interests and pursue New Zealand's values.
We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
To Apply Apply today with your CV and cover letter. For a confidential discussion please email ******. To be considered for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen.
You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. Ordinarily, to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have sufficient checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken.
Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 29 October 2024. Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy / diplomatic role.
This is a Corporate' role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ. While it is not usual for specialist staff to be posted' outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates.
To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy / diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.
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