Senior Programme Advisor,

2 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand Department of Conservation Full time

Deliver and implement an electronic data capture solution for our Wild Animal Management Monitoring Programme, deliver national monitoring programmes through effective planning and implementation of programme schedules
- $92,450.00 - $116,985.00 pro-rata, flexible working options
- 12 month fixed term, Wellington or Christchurch location

**Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa |Our vision**: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.
Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.
Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.
Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.
He angitūtanga | About the role
Are you a data and project management professional, passionate about driving impactful national monitoring programs and keen to make a difference for Aotearoa's conservation?
As Senior Programme Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our Monitoring and Information Systems Manager and Programme Leads, ensuring the seamless planning and implementation of our initiatives. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping programs that make a difference.
**The position will be focussed on**:

- Develop and implement the electronic data capture solution for our Wild Animal Management Monitoring Programme
- Lead the development and scheduling of strategic work plans for existing and new programs in collaboration with Programme Leads.
- Establish and embed robust business processes to enhance collaboration among cross-functional teams.
- Monitor, assess, and report on program progress, ensuring alignment with financial and non-financial objectives.
- Organize and coordinate program communications, including high-level presentations, reports, and ministerial briefs.
- Facilitate strategic program meetings and workshops, overseeing logistics and stakeholder engagement.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
**If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you**:

- Proven end-to-end project and programme management knowledge and experience, ideally relating to data capture and flow
- Competent at financial planning, budget management and finding better ways to use resources
- Familiarity with Visio and MS Project would be an advantage
- Strong customer engagement skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of people
- Well-developed business writing skills; able to write clearly, concisely and explain complex information in simple and clear language
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, able to tailor material to meet audience needs
- A positive track record of working to tight deadlines and excellent attention to detail
- Able to thrive in a dynamic and complex environment
- Ability to see opportunities for improvement and act on these opportunities

**Desirable**:

- Background in conservation or familiarity with monitoring and evaluation lifecycles.

Mō te tīma | About the team
The Monitoring and Insights Directorate focuses on developing system-wide intervention logic to describe how DOC achieves its outcomes; to not only deliver conservation, but also to tell the story of what was achieved with supporting evidence.
The Monitoring Design and Advice Team look after the design and implementation of monitoring programmes across Bio H&V, allowing us to report and provide insights on the effectiveness of our biodiversity management actions. The team are tight-knit, extremely passionate and collaborative - you will be well-supported and accomplish incredible things within this team
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?
DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.
You can learn more about what we offer here.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
The salary range for this position is $92,450.00 - $116,985.00 pro-rata 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.
Please note we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 15 October 2024.
**Taupānga | Job reference**: 1000/43017



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