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About OPC

Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā
Kia hiwa rā ki tēnei tuku
Kia hiwa rā ki tērā tuku
Kia tū, kia oho,
kia mataara!

Privacy is precious – help protect it

We are Aotearoa New Zealand’s privacy regulator – a small, independent Crown Entity established to protect and promote individual privacy.

Human Resources Adviser - Kaiarataki Pūmanawa Tangata

Our work - Ko tā mātou mahi

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner is Aotearoa New Zealand’s independent privacy regulator, protecting the taonga that is personal information. We identify and address systemic and population-scale privacy issues, increase good privacy practice, and champion the privacy rights of all New Zealanders.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people feel valued and respected. Diversity makes us stronger and we seek to attract and foster diversity of background, thought and experience.

Kei te ngākaunui mātou ki te whakapakari i tētahi wāhi mahi whakauruuru e kaingākautia ai, e whakamanatia ai te tangata. Mā te kanorau e tū pakari ake ai mātou, nā, ka whāia, ka whāngaihia hoki e mātou te āheinga ā-ahurea me te kanorau ā-whakaaro, ā-wheako hoki.

The role - Ko te tūranga

This is a generalist HR role where you will work closely with the head of HR supporting line managers with day-to-day HR activities across the whole employee life cycle, as well as taking on projects which advance our people and culture strategy.

OPC is a small organisation of 50 people, your ability to build high trust relationships with line managers is key to success in the role. You will also need good organisational skills, a focus on organisational outcomes, and solid foundational knowledge of HR good practice.

You will be supported in your professional development with plenty of opportunities to be involved and take responsibility.

The role is permanent part-time, 15 - 20 hours a week, with flexibility in terms of hours and days of work.

Pay is in the range $75,000 - $90,000 FTE.

What you bring - Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu

  • A relevant tertiary qualification.
  • At least 2 years’ experience in an HR role.
  • Generalist HR experience is preferred but if you are currently working in a specific discipline such as recruitment or HSW you should still consider applying as coaching and mentoring will be provided.
  • Great writing skills.
  • Awareness and respect of Te Ao Māori and other cultural issues, and the willingness to reflect these sensitively in your HR practice.

What this role offers - te painga o te mahi tahi me mātou

  • High engagement workplace.
  • Professional growth.
  • Flexible working.
  • Te reo and tikanga lessons.
  • EAP.
  • Three Commissioner days between Christmas and New Year.

Me pēhea te tono - how to apply

Applications must be made through Seek.

In addition to your CV, include a covering letter setting out your suitability for this particular role. Please do not use AI assistance with your application material as we want to see your communication style and approach.

Contact us on vacancies@privacy.org.nz if you have any questions or want to chat about the role.

You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered. 

Applications close 9 February.

Manager - Finance and Performance - Kaiwhakahaere - Pūtea, Tutukitanga

  • Fixed term role - 0.8 FTE.
  • Based in Auckland CBD.
  • Deliver financial and performance management advice at strategic and operational levels.
  • March 2026 – December 2026 parental leave cover.
  • Read the job description.
  • Apply on Seek.

Our work - Ko tā mātou mahi

The Privacy Commissioner is an independent Crown entity established under the Privacy Act 2020 as New Zealand’s privacy regulator with an economy-wide focus.

We advocate and advise on matters relating to privacy, examine new legislation and initiatives for impacts on privacy, undertake independent inquiries into privacy issues, investigate and conciliate complaints about alleged breaches of privacy, and have a compliance and enforcement function.

The role - Ko te tūranga

This is a leadership role where you will be collaborating closely with functional managers, offering financial advice and guidance, and ensuring effective budget management. You will also undertake financial and performance KPI management reporting, assist with audit activities and oversee the work of the Accounts/Payroll Officer.

We are open to appointing on a fixed term or contractor basis.

What you bring - Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people feel valued and respected.  Diversity makes us stronger and we seek to attract and foster diversity of background, thought and experience.

We’re looking for someone who brings a mix of the following:

  • Proven finance management knowledge and experience and a relevant qualification (knowledge of Xero would be an advantage).
  • Practical experience with payroll processing is essential.
  • Sound business acumen and organisational experience.
  • Partnering and engagement skills with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of government organisations, reporting structures and statutory obligations of a Crown entity would be an advantage.

You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

How to apply - Me pēhea te tono

Applications must be made through Seek.

In addition to your CV, include a covering letter setting out your suitability for this particular role. Please do not use AI assistance with your application material as we want to see your communication style and approach. We may contact and interview applicants prior to the closing date.

Contact us on vacancies@privacy.org.nz if you have any questions or want to chat about the role.

You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered.

Applications close 9am, 25 February unless filled prior.