Job DescriptionTe Haeata/The OpportunityAre you highly organised, detail-focused, and skilled at bringing people together to achieve results? Do you want to play a central role in strengthening health, safety, and security outcomes across the Ministry?We are looking for a self-motivated Governance Coordinator – Health, Safety & Security Assurance (HSSA) to support the Director and leadership team in delivering on our health, safety, and security objectives.In this role, you will:
coordinate key governance forums, including the Judicial MoU Forum, HSSC – SLT, and National Health & Safety Committee
ensure agendas, papers, minutes, and follow-up actions are accurate, timely, and well-tracked
maintain governance systems to monitor decisions, risks, and deliverables, giving confidence that assurance responsibilities are being met
support the Director with executive coordination, including workflow, correspondence, and diary management
build strong relationships across the Ministry and justice sector.
Ō pūkenga/Skills and ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will bring:
strong organisational and communication (written and verbal) skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
proven experience in governance support, planning, reporting, or project coordination
confidence working with senior leaders and engaging across diverse stakeholders
an eye for detail, with the ability to analyse and present information clearly
proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital reporting tools.
Government and/or health & safety experience is desirable but not essential.Mō mātou/About usAt 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 hereWe 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
flexible work hours where possible
an online professional development portal
access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks
See our full range of benefits .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/SalaryThe appointing salary for this role will be between $66,066 and $90,008 based on skills and experience.Tono mai/ApplyTo 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 Sunday, 14 September; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date.If you have any questions, please contactFollow us on
