Executive Support and Researcher to Hon Carmel Sepuloni Administrative Assistants (Administration & Office Support)Government (Government & Defence)Bring your first-class support and research experience to the heart of Parliament in this diverse role.Mo te tunga | About the role :Carmel Sepuloni MP is looking for an enthusiastic and professional Executive Support and Researcher to join her team at the Parliamentary precinct in Wellington for 40 hours per week. This is a key role supporting an MP with exceptional administrative and research support. You will be responsible for ensuring that critical administrative functions related to the smooth running of the MP's Parliamentary life (such as diary/email management and travel) are actively managed, while providing the member with research and briefings on their particular areas of interest.Working as a core part of the MP's team, you'll step into an environment that is unique, exciting, and rewarding. This position offers real variety and plays a vital role in supporting Aotearoa New Zealand's democracy.To kete | What you will bring to the role :You will be known for your strong attention to detail, initiative, and ability to quickly come up to speed. Your communication and relationship management skills will help you effectively share information, ideas, and experience with others. You'll be comfortable working both autonomously and collaboratively.Your research expertise means you can analyse issues with recognisable patterns and make independent decisions through considering precedents, referenced research or other solutions.You will have previous experience in executive office administration and have excellent organisation and research skills.Ensure the MP knows where they need to be, and when, through the organisation and coordination of their diary, and ensure they have the papers they requireSupport the development of policy and information gathering to provide research and advice to the MP and others in the teamEnsure the smooth operation of the MP's role by providing administrative support where required (diary management, travel, and finance support)Coordinate administrative activities in the MP's office including those for meetings, functions, and events; including collating invitations and arranging facilities and catering .We offer a range of benefits including 5 weeks' annual leave, an eye and hearing subsidy, and an annual well-being payment.You will receive an induction from Parliamentary Service to set you up to succeed, as well as having access to ongoing learning, development, and professional networking opportunities.We are proud of He Ao Takitaki (our Te Ao Maori strategy); we offer karakia, waiata, and reo Maori opportunities along with opportunities through other staff networks.Our core values are at the heart of how we work: Integrity, Manaakitanga, Accountability, Whanaungatanga, and Empowerment.As an employee of Parliamentary Service, you will be politically impartial in your role. You'll understand the political landscape and have a knack for taking everything in your stride. Things are changeable here so an appreciation for the environment and the ability to be calm, proactive, and flexible will stand you in good stead.The pay band for the role starts at $70,000 per annum and appointments will be based on skills and experience. All employees who work for MPs are employed on an 'events-based' agreement, with your employment linked to your MP. This role is based at the Parliamentary precinct in Wellington, for 40 hours per week.If you want to work in a role and environment unlike any other, one that is hugely rewarding and exciting, with the chance to make a difference, please apply now.Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr
