Senior Enivronmental Advisor

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Te Runanga Group Full time

Senior Environmental Advisor - Planning
Permanent, Full Time

Ōtautahi / Christchurch

Kia hiwa rā

  • Rewrite the rules with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu: An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Planner._
We are looking for an experienced planner, with the drive, skills, and ability to:

  • Lead and deliver planning solutions that work for Ngāi Tahu whānui
    :mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake nei" (for us and our children after us).
  • Work with and support Papatipu Rūnanga and their regional environmental entities to protect and build on the outcomes of the Ngāi Tahu Claims Settlement Act 199
  • Make a professional difference in a wide range of statutory and nonstatutory planning processes across the Ngāi Tahu takiwā (area). This includes local government planning and policy frameworks, Department of Conservation plans, national proposals, large resource consents and collaborative water management initiatives.


The role is part of the Te Ao Tūroa (Natural Environment) team, within the wider Strategic Relationships Group of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu.

The main function of Te Ao Tūroa includes resource management planning, state of the environment, heritage protection, tribal properties, the management of taonga resources and mahinga kai.

The kaupapa supports Papatipu Rūnanga and Ngāi Tahu Whānui to protect and gain nourishment from the natural environment and plays a vital role in the expression of Ngāi Tahutanga.


We are seeking an individual with:

  • A minimum of 3-5+ years' of professional work experience with a demonstrated track record in planning, law, policy or resource management work
  • Excellent written and communication skills
  • A relevant tertiary degree
  • A full drivers licence

Ideally, you will also:

  • Have knowledge of Ngāi Tahu and/or relationships with iwi Māori
  • Have experience working within local government or related work
  • Be eligible for relevant professional memberships.

Mō mātou - About us


The Office of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu is a dynamic organisation that exists to ensure that the benefits of the Settlement are enjoyed by Ngāi Tahu Whānui now and for future generations _"Mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake nei" (for us and our children after us).

_

We pride ourselves on being a values-led organisation, investing in the professional and cultural development of our kaimahi (employees). You will have a unique opportunity to strengthen your understanding of te reo Māori and tikanga.

We offer a supportive, dynamic and excellence driven workplace where we embrace diversity and inclusion.

As a flexible employer we are happy to discuss options that may work for you and the business to support a work-life balance and the needs of your whānau.

We would also consider secondments, part time working arrangements and employees being based at locations outside of Christchurch.


Some additional benefits at Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu include te reo language and kapa haka tutorials, medical and life insurance, on-site parking, and if required, relocation assistance.

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