Strategy & Special Projects Advisor

1 month ago

Rotorua, New Zealand Rotorua Lakes Council Full time

Rotorua - a great place to live, work and play

Enjoy a fantastic lifestyle in Rotorua, surrounded by nature, and without the constant traffic, hustle and expense of larger cities. Here, you can easily access lakes, forests, and geothermal areas - all just minutes away - while also benefiting from the amenities of city living and the strong sense of rich culture and welcoming community. Spend less time commuting so you can take more time connecting with friends, family and the great outdoors.

Rotorua is centrally located and just a one-hour drive between Tauranga, Whakatane, Hamilton and Taupo.

The Role

As Strategy & Special Projects Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in advancing RotoruaNZ's strategic goals. This wide-ranging position involves everything from strategy development and technical writing to managing special projects that directly impact Rotorua's economic landscape.

In this role, you will:

  • Contribute to policy development for RotoruaNZ through engagement with local and central government and local stakeholders.
  • Lead, prepare and write submissions on behalf of RotoruaNZ for various areas including economic development, tourism and others.
  • Develop and report against RotoruaNZ's strategic plans.
  • Lead project teams with stakeholders to support projects through business casing, technical writing or insights
  • Write funding applications or other proposals as necessary.
  • Deliver special projects that align with RotoruaNZ's strategic goals.
  • Analyse and interpret research and data to generate insights and communicate findings with key internal and external stakeholders.

About You

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

  • A bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field (economics, business, policy, politics, finance)
  • 3+ years' experience working in strategy, policy, project management, economics, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience managing projects in complex environments with multiple stakeholders
  • Proven technical writing experience either in a policy or strategy context
  • Strong research and analytical skills, with an ability to break down complex issues and ability to communicate them clearly to different audiences
  • Demonstrated experience with developing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders and strategic partners
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written, especially around policy and process type documents
  • An interest in economic development and the policy context that can lead to regional growth
  • Knowledge of the local or central government landscape and an understanding of strategic development processes.

About RotoruaNZ

Our purpose is to unlock the economic potential of Rotorua and we do this by working with a broad range of stakeholders to deliver initiatives that grows employment, wealth and wellbeing for our people.

RotoruaNZ is a values-led organisation committed to developing and promoting Rotorua as a world-class destination of choice to work, study, visit, invest and live in.

We're dedicated to building a thriving and vibrant future for Rotorua. You'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, engage with diverse communities, and support a region rich in potential and cultural heritage.

RotoruaNZ is the Economic Development Agency and Regional Tourism Organisation for the Rotorua district, and is a CCO of Rotorua Lakes Council.

How to Apply
Submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're the perfect fit for this role.

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