Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Te Haeata/The Opportunity
Based in Wellington, the Coronial Information Advisor role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to positive change in Aotearoa's justice system.
The Coronial Information Advisor is responsible for drafting responses and facilitating the provision of official correspondence, data and information relating to the Coronial system and the Ministry of Justice.
You will bring your experience in public sector processes and systems, your eye for detail and organisational and time management skills to promote and drive comprehensive and tailored responses to members of the public and other government departments.
With a resilient nature and the ability to navigate sensitive subject matter, your role is to manage, process and draft quality responses to requests for information that is in line with legislation. You will tailor responses to each customer, apply the Official Information Act and Privacy Act to a wide range of material, and work with various teams within the Ministry to manage communications with the public.
For further information about the tasks you may be required to undertake, please see the position description.
Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience
Requests for information and correspondents with the Ministry and Coronial Services are diverse, and the work reflects that. This role is no different and would suit a variety of backgrounds.
If the following matches your skills and experience, we want to hear from you!
- You have previously worked with information, official correspondence or data in a large local or central government organisation (preferred).
- You are detail orientated and observant as there are different processes and statutory obligations that must be met.
- You can work in a fast-paced, high volume, environment where you are required to respond to changing needs and priorities.
- An ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds is essential, as is having well-developed written and oral communication skills.
- You are resilient and have the ability to deal with sensitive and sometimes graphic information and details.
If you feel your skills and knowledge meet the criteria, please do apply. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and you believe you can bring value to the role, we'd still love to hear from you!
Mō mātou/About us
At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.
Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here
We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:
- 4.4 weeks holiday leave
- an online professional development portal
- access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks
See our full range of benefits here.
With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.
Utu ā-tau/Salary
The appointing salary for this role will be between $66,066 and $90,008 based on skills and experience.
Tono mai/How to Apply
To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.
Applications close on 9 May 2025 we will be reviewing applications as they come in. Short listed candidates may be invited to interview before the close date.
If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz