Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Location: Flexible
Business Group: Archives and National Library
Branch: Partnerships and Commissions
Salary: $100,359 - $124,891
Support Accountability Across Government Through Information Management Auditing
E nga mana, e nga reo, e nga karangatanga maha o nga hau e wha, nau mai, haere mai.
Greetings to the many authorities, voices, and experts of the world.
Archives New Zealand plays a vital role in ensuring public and local authority records are properly managed and preserved to support democratic accountability and long-term access to government information. The Archives Audit Specialist helps lead that work through the development and delivery of a proactive audit programme.
In this role, you'll design and deliver audits that go beyond compliance to assess the maturity and effectiveness of recordkeeping practices across the public sector. You'll work with public offices to identify risks, highlight opportunities for improvement, and support a shift toward more strategic, value-driven information management.
What we're looking for
We're seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in information management, recordkeeping, auditing or information governance, and a commitment to public accountability. You'll bring:
- Experience conducting audits, evaluations or assessments of information or records management
- Strong knowledge of the Public Records Act 2005 and associated standards, and their application in the public sector
- Experience advising or supporting agencies to improve information management capability
- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to identify risks and trends across systems and agencies
- Strong stakeholder engagement and report writing skills, including the ability to provide actionable and context-sensitive recommendations
- Familiarity with digital recordkeeping challenges and emerging trends in information management or archives
- A collaborative approach and confidence engaging with public offices, local authorities, Maori partners, and sector peers
- Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to working in a way that honours the Crown's responsibilities
This role would suit someone who is methodical, principled, and driven to make a long-term difference to how government recordkeeping supports transparency, accountability and trust.
About us
At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to strengthening trust in government, enabling informed citizenship, and preserving the knowledge and taonga of Aotearoa for future generations. We take pride in being part of a public service that supports democratic government and works collectively for the wellbeing of New Zealanders.
Applications close: 5pm, 11 June 2025
Contact: [email protected]
Job description: Click here to view the full job description
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to providing a workplace where all employees are supported to succeed.
Hikoia te whetu, hikoia te marama, ka rere, ka rere.
Stride over the stars. Stride over the moon, take flight.
