Investment Advisor

Influence local government transport investment and drive outcomes
- Strong skills in accounting and an understanding of asset management
- Workplace flexibility - balance work and home commitments
- Permanent position, based in Christchurch

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity As Investment Advisor with NZ Transport Agency | Waka Kotahi, you will provide advice and support to influence local government transport investment and ensure the achievement of desired multi-modal transport outcomes for New Zealand.You will work closely with local Councils and other key stakeholders and customers to communicate government transport sector objectives and requirements and provide advice in relation to associated priorities. You will also proactively monitor and report on the ongoing delivery of local council approved programmes and related issues. An important part of this role will be to provide clear and consistent advice at various stages of the project/funding approval process. Your exceptional communication skills will be the key to your success, as you provide assurance that investments are value for money and meet NZ Transport Agency | Waka Kotahi's strategic objectives. This is a great opportunity to grow and develop as you will be supported by a well-established team. To view the position description, click here. Ko koe tēnei | About you To thrive in this environment, you will be a quick learner who enjoys networking and collaborating to achieve successful outcomes. You will be resilient and diplomatic, and comfortable engaging with people of all levels. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Strong collaboration and relationship management skills
- Experience assessing activities to achieve value for money and successful outcomes
- Strong skill working with spreadsheets and working with figures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Understanding of asset management principles
- Understanding of Government policy and legislation as it relates to the land transport system
- Awareness of local authority planning for transportation and investment decision making process
- The ability to work strategically within a national and regional context and understand the political and strategic context of strategies
- Strong analytical, interpretation and problem-solving skills
- Ability to negotiate and influence to achieve desired outcomes

**Qualifications**:

- Qualification in strategic planning, road engineering, asset management or a related discipline is desirable
- A current and valid New Zealand driver's licence (or equivalent)

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector. Ko wai mātou | About us At NZ Transport Agency | Waka Kotahi, it all starts with our people. The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa. NZ Transport Agency | Waka Kotahi has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years time. The Transport Services business group's aim is to provide, improve and maintain the land transport system to effectively enable transport services. Our focus is to design and deliver an integrated transport system for all New Zealanders.Along with our other benefits we also have the Waka Kotahi Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme available for permanent employees. Rā Katinga | Applications close
18 February 2024

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.