About us Mō mātou
Forging strong international connections
Relationships are at the heart of our work at MFAT—we’re the diplomats, negotiators, analysts and advisors working to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders.-
Who we are
The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders.
-
Our strategic direction
MFAT is focused on delivering on the Government’s priorities. Our Strategic Intentions set out our goals.
-
Our people
Meet the people leading our ministry. Together we report to the ministers of foreign affairs and for trade and export growth.
-
Who we work with
We work with international and regional organisations to advance New Zealand's interests, and protect the security and stability of our region.
-
Work with us
We employ around 1,800 staff. Our people are our most valued resource. See our vacancies.
-
Contact us
Our head office is in Wellington, New Zealand and we have 60 posts in 53 countries around the world.
-
Chief executive expenses
We publish six-monthly reports on the Chief Executive's business expenses, and gifts or hospitality received.
-
Logos
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs logos can be used, with our agreement, by external partners on material that we are directly involved in, or are supporting (e.g. hosting or providing funding).
-
MFAT annual reports
Each year, we report on our progress against the Ministry’s Strategic Intentions and performance measures.
-
Holidays Act remediation
If you are a former MFAT employee that was employed by us at any point since July 2010, you may be due a remediation payment.
-
Consular snapshots
Our Consular Snapshot reports summarise how we helped New Zealanders overseas each year.
-
Briefings to Incoming Ministers
We provide Briefings to Incoming Ministers (BIMs) to new Ministers following a general election or a change in Minister.