Masterton District Council is a values-driven organisation committed to delivering high-quality services and outcomes for our community. We are proud to play a key role in shaping the future of the district and improving the quality of life for those who live, work, and visit here.

Our people are at the heart of what we do. We foster a supportive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace where staff are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their skills, and make a meaningful difference to the community.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates who are passionate about public service and committed to helping deliver positive outcomes for Masterton.

To learn more about working at Masterton District Council, visit: Masterton District Council – Working at Council

He angitūtanga | The opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Information Manager to join Masterton District Council in a permanent, fulltime role. If you’re passionate about strong information governance and ensuring organisational compliance, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

In this role, you’ll be the organisation’s long-term steward of how information is created, stored, protected, and accessed. You’ll oversee Council’s Electronic Document and Records Management System (EDRMS), set information governance and data‑classification standards, and ensure our practices comply with key legislation including the Public Records Act 2005, Privacy Act 2020, and the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

Further information about this role and about Council can be found by downloading the job description or by contacting David Mundy, Chief Information Officer on 06 370 6300.

He kōrero mōu | About you:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in information management, records management, library and information science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum three years’ experience in records and information management, preferably in a New Zealand public sector or local government context.
• Demonstrated experience with the Public Records Act 2005 and working with Archives New Zealand.
• Experience implementing or managing an EDRMS, preferably SharePoint Online or a comparable platform.
• Experience developing information governance frameworks, retention schedules, and metadata schemas.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Public Records Act 2005 and disposal authority processes
• Privacy Act 2020, LGOIMA, and NZ privacy framework
• Information architecture, taxonomy, and metadata design
• Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, and Microsoft Purview
• Records lifecycle management and disposal
• Data governance principles and frameworks
• Stakeholder engagement and influencing across all levels
• Policy development and plain-English writing
• Training design and delivery
• Change management and adoption
• Project contribution within a structured work programme
• Analytical thinking and problem solving

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience with COBIT, ISO 27001, or NZISM frameworks.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Purview Information Protection and data loss prevention.
• Experience with data governance for AI and analytics.
• Knowledge of te ao Māori perspectives on data sovereignty (Te Mana Raraunga).
• Experience in a small-to-medium council environment where breadth is more important than deep specialisation.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer:

At MDC we look after our people. Benefits for permanent Council staff include:

• Five weeks’ Annual Leave  
• Subsidised medical insurance for you and your family  
• Fifteen days Sick Leave, plus an additional five days’ Domestic Leave  
• Annual Wellbeing Allowance  
• Great Parental Leave conditions   
• Flexible working options  
• Developmental opportunities  
• An active social club. 

By joining MDC, you'll not only enjoy these benefits but also make a positive contribution to our amazing community! 

Applying:

If you're enthusiastic about this opportunity and bring the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV, Cover Letter, and completed employment application form (available from our website) to peopleandcapability@mstn.govt.nz by 5:00pm on, Monday 6 July 2026. Please note that applicants may be contacted at any stage during the advertising period.