Senior Administrator - Risk, Assurance & Governance

OverviewOur purpose is to shift the system using data and evidence, so that the system invests earlier and more effectively to improve the lives of New Zealanders.

We focus our efforts on where we can make the greatest impact to lead, and we collaborate with agencies and stakeholders to shine a light on policy issues that fall between the gaps.

As a central government agency, our people are our centre.They're curious, agile and hardworking, and instinctively care about the wellbeing of others.

We are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace and we value the diversity everyone brings.

We embrace our diverse workforce and culture, and we support flexible working arrangements.

We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of gender identity, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.It's an exciting time to join the Social Investment Agency as we lead change across the public service to implement social investment and support Government to achieve better outcomes from social sector spending.ResponsibilitiesProvide critical support to the Risk, Assurance and Governance Team, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and Board, helping to keep high-level operations running seamlessly in a dynamic public service environment.Deliver seamless administrative and coordination support for ELT and Board meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and document management.Manage complex schedules and workflows for senior teams, ensuring projects move forward with precision.Assist in maintaining governance best practices and compliance with risk management frameworks.Produce high-quality reports and presentations to support informed decision-making.Collaborate closely with executive assistants and the wider team to share best practices and manage workloads effectively.Identify and escalate risks or issues proactively, contributing to continuous improvement.Propose improvements and innovate processes to elevate team performance.Demonstrate tech-savvy proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio).

Respect for Matauranga Maori and tikanga and bring cultural insight to the work.QualificationsProven experience managing complex schedules and workflows for senior teams.Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to juggle multiple competing priorities and deliver on time.A resilient, can-do attitude with integrity and determination; thrives in a fast-paced environment.Operational administrative capabilities including minute-taking, agenda management, and document management.Ability to deliver clear reports and presentations for decision-making.DetailsBand 13 : Min $61 753, Midpoint $72 650, Max $87 180 based on relevant skills and professional experience.Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 23rd September 2025; however, we will review applications as they come in and may invite people to interview before the close date.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if an ideal person is found before the close date.

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We look forward to receiving your application.

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