The Embassy of the United States of America in Wellington is seeking applications for the position of Mailroom Administrative Emergency Preparedness Assistant.   

The incumbent works as a member of the Information Resource Management team and is responsible for unclassified mail and pouch operations for US Embassy Wellington and its constituent posts in Auckland, Christchurch and Samoa. They provide analysis and management to ensure the timely and accurate shipment of thousands of official U.S Government documents and packages through the daily process of sorting, bagging and routing all items leaving the Diplomatic Pouch and Mail office. This position is also responsible for coordinating the section’s travel, recording time and attendance, and assisting with the coordination and administration of the Emergency Action Plan for Mission New Zealand.

 To be considered for this role you must have the following:

• Competition of secondary school
• A clean valid full NZ driver's license, which you have held for more than five years
• At least two years progressively responsible experience in an administrative role in an office setting.
• Excellent ability in the Microsoft Office Suite of applications, including familiarity with Excel.
• A typing speed of at least 40 words per minute
• Good communication skills and the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with embassy personnel