Executive Coordinator

Job Title: Executive Coordinator

Location: Wellington

Role Type: Permanent, full-time

Salary Range GSR G: $66,331 to $88,1+3 depending on skills and experience

(Salary midpoint is $77,226 per annum)

About the Role - Korero mo te Turanga

We have an opportunity for an Executive Coordinator to join our team and provide executive support to our busy Director of Fisheries Management. The Fisheries Management directorate within Fisheries New Zealand has a complex and varied work programme, and the Executive Coordinator plays a vital role in managing limited time effectively, fostering relationships, coordinating our activities, and meeting key reporting requirements.

The Fisheries Management Directorate is a friendly and welcoming group - all our achievements require a team MPI approach, so we focus on working well together and with others across the organisation. If you have a passion for marine life, this is the role for you!

About You - Mou

We're looking for someone who can do more than just execute administrative tasks. You'll be a pivotal part of this team and have a keen interest in the important work we do. You'll have experience in a similar role - providing executive support to a busy Director/third tier Senior Leader.

You are an advocate for new ideas and smarter ways of working with the ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in an environment where no two days are alike. You'll be capable of building good working relationships and trust with colleagues and key stakeholders. You'll quickly acquire a reputation for acting with initiative, and your ability to think on your feet will give confidence that you will successfully manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Additionally, you'll have:

Computer literacy skills including advanced MS Office skills, effective use of mobile technology and intermediate knowledge of document management and reporting systems;
Experience in designing, operating, and continuous improvement of quality office systems;
Knowledge of and experience in management reporting processes including financials;
Skilled in preparation and organisation of reports, letters, presentations, and other documents;
Experience in problem solving using sound judgement.
About the Team - Mo to matou Ropu

Fisheries New Zealand works to ensure that fisheries resources are managed in a way that provides the greatest overall benefit to New Zealanders. Our focus is the sustainability of New Zealand's wild fish stocks, aquaculture operations and broader marine ecosystems, now and in the future.

We carry out the full range of statutory regulatory functions, duties, and powers to manage New Zealand's fisheries resources, including:

analysis and advice related to decisions (catch limits and other management measures) that allow for the sustainable use of our fisheries resources;
analysis and advice on applications for use of marine space;
development and implementation of national standards, National Plans of Actions (NPOAs), National Fisheries Plans, and all other aspects of the operational policy framework for fisheries management;
we work closely with stakeholders and tangata whenua to provide input to inform our finishers management advice and decisions.
Mo te Manatu Ahu Matua - About MPI

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.

Benefits of working at MPI - Nga hua o te mahi i te Manatu Ahu Matua

Annual Wellness payment
Reduced premiums for Group Healthcare Schemes
Additional MPI leave days
Are you ready to make a difference? - Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi whaitake?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapu, whanau and hapori.

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatu Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.

To view the position description and/or apply online, please click "APPLY FOR THIS JOB" or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it - click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday 18 May.

If you have any questions about the role, please email george.mitrakas@mpi.govt.nz

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