Deputy Clerk of Committee | Manahautū Tuarua o te Komiti

Te tĪma |The team: 

When you work in Parliament, you don't just watch democracy in action - you're a part of it. And in the Office of the Clerk we work at its core, providing advisory services to the House of Representatives, directly assisting the House and its committees with the business of Parliament.

Mō te tūnga | About the role:

As a Deputy Clerk of Committee, you’ll be the lead report writer within a team of staff who support one or more of Parliament's select committees. As well as attending select committee meetings, you’ll have the opportunity to be involved in the committee's work as MPs consider and amend legislation, scrutinise government agencies, respond to petitions, and conduct inquiries.  

Ngā haepapa |Responsibilities: 

Working for the Office of the Clerk in a totally impartial, politically neutral environment, your clear and concise written and verbal communications skills will be invaluable as you:

• Draft reports on behalf of select committees.
• Liaise with departmental advisers and submitters.
• Confidently present the results of your work to MPs.

As a Deputy Clerk you will support the other members of your secretariat, sometimes stepping into the shoes of a Committee Clerk, and sometimes assisting with meeting administration. These tasks may include:

• Coordinating a select committee's programme of work.
• Briefing committee chairpersons.
• Providing advice on parliamentary procedures to the public.

Tō kete | What you will bring to the role: 

You will be a skilled, efficient self-starter who has been described as a high-performing team-player. You can work well with others and build strong working relationships. This role involves interacting with MPs, departmental advisers, the public, and other parliamentary staff so you'll need to be articulate and demonstrate a high level of maturity and discretion.

Alongside a tertiary qualification, you'll ideally have a few years' work experience under your belt. You'll need to be an excellent writer with a sharp, analytical mind, and keen to apply your skills and grow your knowledge across a variety of subject areas.

Why work for the Office of the Clerk? 

• We actively represent our values of Courage, Integrity, Manaakitanga, Impartiality and Kaitiakitanga.
• We offer thorough induction, ongoing development and excellent working conditions 
• We offer a range of benefits including study assistance, 5 weeks’ annual leave and flexible working arrangements. Our ever-changing environment we work in allows us to be part of the action at Parliament

The appointing salary range for this role is $80,580 to $88,485 per annum. Appointments will be based on skills and experience (please note, the full salary range extends beyond this to allow for tenure progression).

We are recruiting staff to fill permanent positions.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:

To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form. Applications close midnight, 29th May 2025. All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or to arrange a confidential kōrero, please email jodie.taylor@parliament.govt.nz  

Please note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes. Depending on application numbers, this date may change. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video.  

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. 

The Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk appoint on merit and are committed to diversity and inclusion and good employer principles. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value the experience that your point of difference brings.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We appreciate your interest, but we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies currently. Unsolicited CVs received without written confirmation of acceptance from Parliament's talent team will not be received and Parliamentary Service and Office of the Clerk are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.