3 X Senior Regional Emergency Management Advisor

Senior Regional Emergency Management AdvisorType: Fixed-term (24 months)Location: Three positions: one in Auckland, two in ChristchurchThree 24-month fixed-term positions, one in Auckland and two in Christchurch.
* A role with purpose, variety, and responsibility - with travel around the country.
* Competitive remuneration plus full-use vehicle.Are you ready to get out 'on-the-ground' and connect with senior leaders in local government and government agencies; before, during and after emergencies?
This is a role that makes a difference where no two days are the same.Ko wai matou | About usThe National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) provides national leadership to New Zealand's distributed emergency management system.
NEMA's primary focus is on the performance and capability of the emergency management system as a whole, across all hazards and all risks and the 4 Rs of risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery.NEMA values diversity and inclusion.
We want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our communities.
We value and respect the contributions of our people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives.
We support flexible ways of working that bring out the best in you.We are committed to doing our part to deliver on the Crown's commitments to Maori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We strive to actively build te Ao Maori perspectives and capability into our day-to-day work, values and practices.Working at the heart of New Zealand's Emergency Management SystemThis role will give you the opportunity to help when it really counts.
Our NEMA whanau are committed to being there to help our communities and are passionate about their work at NEMA.
Come and join us in our role of steward, operator and assurer of the emergency management system in NZ.Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this roleAs a Senior Regional Emergency Management Advisor (Senior REMA) you build trusted partnerships with local government and central agencies out in the regions.
In an emergency, you sit alongside the local civil defence response, including local government Mayors and Chief Executives, to provide strategic advice and be the link to NEMA.
As part of NEMA's Regional Partnership Unit, the role involves substantial domestic travel and the requirement to be on-call to respond for duty in emergencies.Your role will involve:Proactively engaging with civil defence emergency management stakeholders in the local and regional areas.Collaborating closely with internal NEMA teams to get answers and represent issues for stakeholders.Gaining the trust and confidence of senior elected and executive officials, including Ministers, Mayors, and Chief Executives.Plenty of domestic travel, including at no-notice and into emergency zones, to provide advice to senior decision-makers.NEMA is an operational agency, responding to national emergencies at any time of day or night, sometimes for long hours, and over weekends.
As a member of NEMA you may be part of that response (after appropriate training) and could be required to work shifts.Ko wai koe | About youAs a Senior REMA, you will have these attributes:Highly relatable and empathetic, so you can build trust quickly and manage conflict tactfully.Strong executive presence, with the ability to build relationships with Mayors, Ministers, Chief Executives and other senior leaders/managers.A positive, can-do attitude with high levels of initiative and personal responsibility.Highly collaborative to actively play your part in a nationally dispersed team.Able to work in emergency situations - high-stress, with rapidly changing priorities and very tight deadlines.Adaptability, resilience, agility, and curiosity.Huanga Whaiaro | Key requirementsWhile full training will be provided, there are some skills and experience you will bring:Outstanding verbal and written communication skills so you can convey information clearly, succinctly, and with impact.Skills and experience in high-pressure, time-sensitive operational decision making, in emergency management, incident response, or similar complex settings.Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with various stakeholders, including senior leaders.Experience in local or central government, ideally including emergency management.A tertiary qualification or equivalent in emergency management or other relevant field.Ta matou e tuku | What we offerWe pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential.
We welcome diversity, in all its forms and we believe it is a strength.NEMA values staff health, safety and wellbeing, and a positive work life balance is encouraged.
The welfare and wellbeing of our staff is of utmost importance; during an emergency NEMA will support staff to meet work and family responsibilities.The indicative salary range for this role is $129,419 - $141,319 including Kiwisaver employer contributions.A vehicle with full private use will be made available as part of this role and you will be provided with corporate clothing.NEMA has many other benefits for staff including: departmental leave between Christmas and New Year, annual Wellbeing allowance, Vision Care Allowance, access to free Wellbeing sessions and EAP with external providers, discounted medical insurance and Koru Membership (for frequent travellers).Whakaritenga Haumaru | Security RequirementsDue to the security requirements of this role, applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand Permanent Resident.Me pehea te tono | How to applyPlease select 'Apply' to download a position description or apply.
If you have any questions, contact Mike Gillooly on email ******.
We do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies or 3rd parties.Applicants who are shortlisted will be required to attend a selection assessment process in Wellington (travel at NEMA's expense) for one day on either the 6th, 7th, or 9th of May 2025.
Selection outside of those days will be for exceptional circumstances only.Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 27 April 2025.
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