Team Administrator/Development Support Officer - until June 2027

About the role The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders. Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui. Dynamic, diverse and fast paced role in a complex and global organisation Friendly, open and supportive team Wellington based. At MFAT you can create a meaningful administration career, one that grows and evolves as you do. You will have the opportunity to grow, evolve, learn new skills and do work that matters in this Team Administrator/Development Support Officer role. Reporting to the Team Leader, Business Services you will be responsible for providing a range of administrative and business support services to the managers and professional staff within the Pacific and Development Group. Key responsibilities Provide administrative and business support services to the managers and professional staff within the Pacific and Development Group. Financial administration. Information and database management. Correspondence. Travel and event coordination. Diary management and meeting coordination. Contract support. Arranging Transfers to our High Commissions/Embassies. Salary and benefits Salary range is $66,239 to midpoint $73,598 total remuneration, inclusive of our KiwiSaver employer contribution depending on your level of experience. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here. Other details Fixed term contract till end of June 2027. Wellington based. You must be a NZ Citizen or New Zealand Permanent Residency and be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate NZ Government Security clearance at CONFIDENTIAL level. Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 19 August 2026. This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a ‘Corporate' role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ. Qualifications and experience Experience providing administrative support and customer services. The ability to work with a range of software applications and administrative and financial corporate data systems, including word processing, databases, electronic file management systems and presentations. The ability to juggle tasks with numerous stakeholders and competing priorities with a calm and friendly approach. Understanding of The Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti, Te Reo Māori and Māori customs and protocols would be beneficial. Passion, motivation and focus with the ability to deliver to customer deliverables in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail, use of initiative, proactivity and problem solving skills. Diversity and inclusion We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds. About MFAT Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand's interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world. Why MFAT We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options consistent with guidance from the Public Service Commission. Foreign policy career opportunity If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns. Security clearance Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a CONFIDENTIAL level security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool #J-18808-Ljbffr