Mō te Tari o te Kaitiaki Mana Tangata – About the Ombudsman
The Chief Ombudsman works with his staff to help New Zealanders in their dealings with government agencies. The focus is on handling complaints against government agencies, undertaking investigations and inspections, and encouraging good administration. The Chief Ombudsman is independent and impartial, working to ensure fairness for all.
He wā tino pai ki te hono mai ki tō mātou tari - It's a great time to join our office
Public confidence in government institutions is under pressure, and the Office of the Ombudsman plays a constitutionally independent role, critical to the success of good administration. Demand for our services is growing, and New Zealanders expect us to be more accessible, responsive and impactful.
Following a significant organisational transformation, we are evolving how we work to maximise our impact. This is a new way of working where kaimahi are empowered, collaborat...