Senior Advisor, Conservation Planning Improvement

16 hours ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Department of Conservation Full time

Contribute to system change initiatives
- Develop consistent systems, policies, and guidelines
- Engagement with key stakeholders - Treaty Partners and Ministers office
- Fixed term/External secondment to June 2026 | Wgtn, Hamilton, ChCh

**Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa**

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

**He angitutanga | About the role**

As a Senior Advisor, Conservation Planning Improvement Advisor reporting to our Programme Lead, your role will be to develop clear operating parameters for how DOC develops and reviews statutory planning documents, giving effect to Treaty of Waitangi principles. This is a key strategic improvement priority for DOC.

Collaboration is key in this role, so you'll work alongside cross functional teams within DOC, Treaty partners, external stakeholders and also the Ministers' office. You'll collaborate with them to address systemic challenges in DOC's planning system and develop strategies to implement sustainable changes.

The work will give you the opportunity to:

- Engage with Treaty partners to understand their aspirations for the form and function of statutory planning documents
- Utilise your skills in analysis, options development and implementation
- Collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders, including provision of advice and recommendations to senior leaders.

**Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience required**

With proven experience navigating complex programmes of work, you'll be comfortable working under pressure and at pace, and thrive on championing innovative, fresh ideas to long-standing issues.
- Knowledge of environmental planning disciplines, legislation or policy development
- A sound working knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Experience working with Treaty partners is beneficial
- Proven problem-solving and strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated through experience such as leading engagements, and representing or coordinating cross agency initiatives.
- Experience developing and implementing improvements and innovations

Please note we are open to external secondments for this role.

**Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | 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.

Please let us know if you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The salary range for this position is $92,450 $116,985 with the starting salary based on the successful applicants level of relevant skills and experience.

**Ra katinga | Applications close** at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 02 February 2025.

**Taupanga | Job reference**:DOC/1835526

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