Senior Advisor Risk Reduction And Resilience

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Earthquake Commission Full time

Senior Advisor Risk Reduction and Resilience Permanent role Based in Whanganui a Tara (Wellington)A hybrid working opportunity Be part of a high functioning team EQC Toka Tū Ake is an Aotearoa (NZ) Crown entity that invests in natural disaster research and education as well as providing natural disaster insurance to residential property owners.

EQC Toka Tū Ake's mission is to reduce the impact on people and property when a natural disaster occurs while administering the natural disaster fund.

Our values define who we are; they influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our customers and engage with communities, every day.- Hei whakapai mātou | We make a difference for people- Ka mahi tika mātou | We do the right thing Through our values, cultural understanding, and whanaungatanga (close personal connection) we connect with our communities ensuring support is provided during times of uncertainty.

Our aspiration is for EQC Toka Tū Ake to be a culturally inclusive and diverse place to work; a place where people can develop and be at their best.

We are looking for a Senior Advisor to contribute to and lead projects and programmes to support our natural hazard risk reduction work programme.

Reporting to the Manager, Risk Reduction and Resilience, you will work to deliver on the Risk Reduction Strategy, Resilient Homes and Buildings Action Plan, natural hazards risk management policy and practice, and translating research and providing subject matter expertise on matters of natural hazard risk reduction.

A talented Senior Advisor who role models organisational values, you will have: A postgraduate (Ph D, MSc, or postgraduate diploma) qualification in natural hazards, engineering, and/or earth sciences (e.g., geography, risk management, hazards management, disaster risk & resilience).

A minimum of five years of work experience in a relevant field, linked or related to the disciplines detailed above.

A strong understanding of key natural hazard risk management concepts.

Strong plain English writing and communication skills, that allow you to engage with a wide range of stakeholders and audiences.

Experience in providing sound, practical, and technical advice, and writing and synthesising strategic policy.
Strong relationships across the Aotearoa New Zealand engineering and natural hazard risk management sector.

If you are collaborative, passionate about natural hazard risk reduction, and have enthusiasm to learn within and contribute towards a high-performing team that provides strong strategic thought leadership, please get in touch today This is a great opportunity to broaden your skillset within natural hazard risk management and learn more about the role of insurance within Aotearoa New Zealand's hazard risk management system.

Why EQC Toka Tū Ake is a great place to work What is the most important thing in the world; it is people, it is people, it is people.

EQC Toka Tū Ake recognises that our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritise staff and customer wellbeing above all else.

Along with a competitive salary, five weeks annual leave , an employee wellbeing fund, and ongoing professional development, we provide an inclusive, engaging, and purpose-driven culture.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce is because we know our culture thrives when we get this right.

Our customers also get the best from us when we get our cultural connections right.
We work to draw on the differences in who we are, what we have experienced, and how we think.

We make a difference for all New Zealanders and strive to increasingly reflect the diversity of communities we serve by including and valuing perspectives from all backgrounds including ethnicity, religion, gender, age, accessibility needs, sexual orientation, and national origin.

How to apply For a more detailed understanding of the position or if you're ready to apply, please visit our Careers website by clicking Apply.

If you have any questions about the role or require further information or assistance, please contact us at or
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