Senior Information Sharing Advisor – Coordination (fixed term / secondment)

Are you passionate about enabling secure and effective information sharing across government? We’re looking for a skilled and collaborative Senior Information Sharing Advisor – Coordination to join our Information Sharing and Privacy team at New Zealand Customs Te Mana Ārai o Aotearoa. This position is a full-time fixed term / secondment opportunity to 30 June 2026.

About this role

Reporting to the Manager Information Sharing and Privacy, you will be responsible for leading the NZ Customs response to information sharing requests from other agencies and organisations. You will triage, co‑ordinate and support new information sharing activities, including preparing and finalising information sharing agreements and other documents as needed, from the time that requests are received by Customs through to implementation. The role will also support the review and amendment (where needed) of existing agreements to ensure that the cohort is current and compliant.

Key Qualifications and Attributes

• Significant and verifiable experience developing and delivering information management practices within complex organisations.
• A high level of understanding of information sharing processes within government.
• The proven ability to work well in a team in a highly collaborative manner.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• An ability to adapt to and learn new technologies and methodologies as required.
• The ability to work flexibly to deliver advice and support across multiple products, services and teams.
• The ability to deliver quality outcomes, even when under pressure.
• Satisfies Customs’ security vetting requirements.

Working at Customs

We aim to create a great place to work, where our people have a sense of belonging and the capability and desire to meet our future challenges. We are an organisation that is clear about our mission, and this is underpinned by Te Pou Tokomanawa (the Foundations) and our Whanonga Pono (Values). Our work really matters to the safety and success of New Zealand.

Eligibility

To join Customs in any role you must be a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand permanent resident and be able to obtain and maintain an Organisational Security clearance. You must have a clear police record and pass a drug test. You must have a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed by the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service towards a recommendation of suitability for security clearance at a higher level.

How to apply

To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter via our online process. We do not accept applications sent directly to an email address. For secondments, speak with your manager to ensure you have their support for release during the secondment period. Deadline for applications is 11pm, Monday 17 November 2025.

For specific questions about the role, contact Siobhan Hale‑Pennington (Manager Information Sharing and Privacy) at

New Zealand Customs Service | Te Mana Ārai o Aotearoa is a member of Diversity Works New Zealand and is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. It provides equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role. Customs supports flexible working arrangements and welcomes the opportunity to speak with you about your flexible working requirements.

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