Opportunities for Ministerial and OIA Professionals

Robert Walters partners with organisations that have high-performing OIA and Ministerial Advisory teams, often requiring additional support. Opportunities are available at various levels, from experienced Advisor to Management, and may be permanent, fixed-term, or contract roles. If you have experience in this sector, we’d love to hear from you! Have a look to find out more!

The organisations we work with are seek talented professionals at all levels—Advisor, Senior Advisor, Principal Advisor, and Management—to join their teams and make a meaningful difference in the public sector.

About the Roles
As part of the Ministerial and Official Information Act (OIA) teams within these organisations, you will play a key role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and effective communication between government agencies and the public. Depending on your level of experience, you will:

• Provide expert advice on ministerial correspondence, parliamentary questions, and OIA requests.
• Draft clear, concise, and accurate responses to complex queries.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Lead or contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Mentor and support colleagues to build capability within the team (Senior/Principal/Management roles).
• Have a strong understanding of Machinery of Government processes
• Quickly turn around WPQ's, OIA's and memos within the required deadlines.

What We’re Looking For
The organisations we work with are interested in hearing from individuals with:

• Proven experience in ministerial services, OIA processes, or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex information quickly.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate both written and verbally to a range of levels and stakeholders.
• Leadership experience (for senior-level roles) or a desire to grow into leadership positions.

Why Join These Teams?
The organisations we work with offer supportive environments where your expertise is valued, your development is encouraged, and your contributions have a real impact. You’ll work alongside collaborative teams committed to excellence in public service delivery. Robert Walters are here to partner with you and ensure you find the Advisory position best suited to you!

How to Apply
Whether you’re an experienced professional looking for your next challenge or someone ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your experience and areas of interest.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Peita Ransom on +6444719798