Cites Officer

Play a meaningful part in protecting the world's threatened species.
- 4 weeks + 3 days annual leave per year pro-rata.
- Wellington based role with flexible ways of working.

Toitū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata
If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive

Te Papa Atawhai, Department of Conservation (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Māori, te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We do this by:

- protecting land, species, ecosystems, and cultural heritage for conservation purposes
- managing threats and adverse impacts
- being a voice for conservation
- connecting people to nature.

This is your chance to be part of a unique team working with one of the largest international conservation treaties in the world. CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) Officers are privileged to work with species and items that come from some of the most exotic and rare species from around the globe.

He angitūtanga | About the Role

He kōrero mōu | What we are looking for
If you are motivated by this opportunity and if you feel you can demonstrate the following skills and capabilities, we want to hear from you:

- experience undertaking administrative tasks/case work with high attention to detail
- being organised, methodical, and flexible, with well-developed ability to plan and prioritise competing activities, tasks, and time
- resilience to manage difficult situations
- ability to work closely with a team, including with the guidance of CITES Officers
- ability to maintain confidentiality
- ability to work without direct supervision and within a dispersed team
- ability to learn complex information and processes quickly
- ability to work with people of different cultures and backgrounds
- a full New Zealand driver licence and ability and willingness to drive a DOC vehicle is essential.

A background in biological science (or relevant sub-discipline), previous experience in a regulatory or compliance environment, and/or knowledge of the border sector is advantageous.
Successful applicants must be able to gain and maintain an Aviation Security Service clearance to work at relevant border locations.

Mō mātou | About us
Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, and to creating an inclusive workplace culture. Our Te Kaupapa behaviours of whakatīnanatia (we deliver), atawhaitia a Papatūānuku (we love nature), whakawhānaungatanga (we build relationships) and whakaauaha (we innovate) guide what we need to do for Papatūānuku to Thrive.

Ko ngā hua | What we offer
We take pride in enabling our kaimahi to bring their unique perspectives to mahi, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:

- flexible working options where applicable
- Te Pukenga Atawhai - Cultural Capability Development Programme
- active employee networks, Te Kāwai Aho Tapu - Māori Kaimahi Network, Rainbow Network.

The salary range for this position is $66,535 - $83,906, with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory - this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

**Rā katinga | Applications close**: Monday, 19 February 2024.
**Taupānga | Job reference**: DOC/1774757.