Senior executive with deep experience in leadership and government systems
Paul was appointed as Secretary for Internal Affairs and Chief Executive for Te Tari Taiwhenua, Department of Internal Affairs in 2018. Paul also holds the roles of Secretary for Local Government and Government Chief Digital Officer.
He was previously the Chief Executive for Manatū Taonga, Ministry for Culture and Heritage from August 2015. He brings extensive experience in strategic policy development, leading change and working collaboratively and effectively across Government and communities.