Ko wai mātou | About us

 The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet's (DPMC's) purpose is to advance an ambitious, resilient and well-governed New Zealand.

The COVID-19 Group, within DPMC coordinates and, where necessary leads, the all-of-government management of the ongoing pandemic.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

The Business Support Co-ordinator provides a responsive and high-quality professional support service within the Office of the DCE and across the wider COVID-19 Group business functions. The work is critical to ensuring the team can carry out their responsibilities effectively and efficiently.

Typically, the key functions will include: 

• Diary management, and coordinate meetings,
• Assist in preparation of agendas, distribution and collating of meeting papers, room bookings and preparation and appropriate minute taking,
• Support recruitment processes, including management of the on and off boarding of staff,
• Assist teams with mandatory government reporting,
• Maintain an effective electronic filing system,

A full job description is attached.

Ko wai koe | About you

We select on capability and welcome a wide range of applications where the candidate can demonstrate experience in the following:

• Experience of providing high volume support to Senior leadership,
• Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and able to work with change and ambiguity with a positive attitude and a can-do approach.
• Great relationship skills, able to build effectively connections across the team and external stakeholders, and be able to build trust and confidence
• Technically confident user of a wide range of systems, particularly Outlook diary management, and experience with document management, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Able to multi-task and be one step ahead to support the team to meet deadlines.

Additionally, we are looking for the following characteristics:

• An excellent communicator with a well organised approach
• Attention to detail and excellent writing skills essential
• Initiative and ability to use good judgement to progress work
• Resilient and calm under pressure, and work effectively within a team environment

Ta matou e tuku | What we offer

Salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 including Kiwi Saver contributions.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. We welcome diversity, in all its forms, in fact we believe it is a strength. 

All DPMC roles are flexible by default and a positive work life balance is encouraged. 

Me pehea te tono |How to apply 

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply online. 

Applications close at 5pm, Tuesday, 12th April 2022. 

DPMC have adopted a Vaccination Policy which requires all candidates to have a Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate, otherwise known as a My Vaccine Pass (CVC) in order commence employment.