Ko tā mātou mahi - our work
We are Aotearoa New Zealand’s privacy regulator – a small, independent Crown Entity established to protect and promote individual privacy.
Ko te tūranga - the roles
We have three fixed-term roles to provide us with some “surge capacity” as our Investigations and Dispute Resolution team handles a high volume of privacy complaints from individuals.
The roles will particularly appeal to new graduates looking to develop skills and experience working for a small public sector regulator . You will receive full training and support.
You must be able to start immediately.
What you will bring - Ngā pūmanawatanga
We are looking for people who can learn quickly on job and are able to put that learning into practice efficiently and effectively.
Consider applying if you have:
an interest in the protection and promotion of privacy and safe use of personal information
a good tertiary level qualification
excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly the ability to write clearly and concisely using plain language
strong analysis and research skills
good computer literacy, with MS Office products as a minimum
effective time management, a methodical approach to work and great attention to detail
the ability to work collaboratively and to take and respond positively to feedback and coaching
the emotional intelligence to be able to correspond effectively with upset or aggrieved people
an understanding of, and ability to recognise and understand key Māori, disability, and other cultural and human rights concepts
At OPC we are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we work in partnership with Māori to take a te ao Māori perspective on privacy.
Me pēhea te tono - how to apply:
If this fixed term role sounds like you and you can start immediately click ‘Apply now’. These role are based in Auckland and require attendance in our CBD offices.
Applications should include a CV and a well-written covering letter introducing yourself and your interest in one of these roles. Please do not use AI assistance for your application as we want to see your individual communication style and approach.
Applications close 2 November, unless filled prior. Apply now if you are interested as we may interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
Questions about this role? Email us on [email protected] Head over to our OPC website for a copy of the job description.
You will need to have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.
Mōhiohio whaiaro – Personal information
If you apply for a job here, we will collect and confidentially hold any personal information you provide us as part of the recruitment process. It will only be shared with those involved in our recruitment and employment processes, or as otherwise required by law. Providing your personal information is voluntary. If you choose not to provide us with information that we require, we may not consider you for employment. If you are successful in obtaining employment with us, the information will then be stored on your Human Resources file. If you are not employed the personal information collected during recruitment will be securely disposed of. You can request access to your personal information held by us and request corrections to this information at any time. Requests for access and correction about recruitment information should be made to [email protected]