text: Private Secretary - JacksonStone & Partners
  Help reduce the impact of natural disasters.
  Support significant legislative change.
  Provide advice in a dynamic and supportive environment.
  The Earthquake Commission (EQC), Kōmihana Rūwhenua is seeking an experienced Private Secretary to liaise with its Minister for an 18-month fixed term. It will be an exciting time with a modernised EQC Bill making its way through Parliament, and EQC working to ensure its work improves New Zealand's resilience to natural hazards across a wide range of cross-government initiatives.
  Be the key contact between the Minister, and EQC, Treasury and Southern Response Earthquake Services
  Update the Finance Minister on EQC and other related matters
  Use your knowledge of government processes to build effective stakeholder relationships
  Provide excellent advice to Ministers and their advisors.
  work effectively within the Minister's Office, and with other Ministers and senior officials
  manage difficult situations while prioritising Ministerial requirements
  A sound understanding of the machinery of government, and Cabinet processes
  A good risk radar and the ability to develop mitigation strategies
  Experience providing high-level policy and/or technical advice at a senior level.
  A Crown Entity with a mission to reduce the impact of natural disasters on people and property, EQC undertakes research, promotes readiness and resilience, supports recovery, and manages risk financing to make home insurance more affordable.
  EQC values its people and is committed to creating a great workplace by prioritising wellbeing, balance and flexibility.
  EQC also offers:
  A wellbeing fund
  EQC wants a diverse workforce that reflects Aotearoa New Zealand. It welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, please tell us when applying.