Science Assurance and Investment Advisor

1 week ago


Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

About the Role

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We are looking for a talented individual to join our Science Assurance and Investment team. As a key member of this team, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our investments in science meet high-quality standards and align with our strategic objectives.

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The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental science, including matauranga Maori, and excellent analytical skills. They will be able to structure complex arguments and provide valuable insights through data analysis.

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In this role, you will contribute to a variety of work programs, including setting long-term approaches to data, science, and evidence investment. You will also collaborate with other agencies to identify priorities and leverage external science investment.

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You will have strong organization and planning skills, with an eye for detail and an agile approach to working in a fast-paced environment. You will be able to manage competing deadlines and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

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This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the Ministry's efforts to ensure that our investments in science are effective and efficient.

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Key Responsibilities

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Your key responsibilities will include:

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  • Contributing to the development of long-term approaches to data, science, and evidence investment;">
  • Collaborating with other agencies to identify priorities and leverage external science investment;">
  • Providing secretariat support to Ministry external science or evidence panels;">
  • Providing science assurance and risk management to policy through peer review, quality standards, and process support.">
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Required Skills and Qualifications

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To be successful in this role, you will need:

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  • A general or technical environmental science background, including matauranga Maori;">
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;">
  • Strong organization and planning skills;">
  • An agile approach to working in a fast-paced environment;">
  • Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders;">
  • Commitment to further developing your cultural capability in te ao Maori.">
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Benefits of Working at MfE

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The Ministry for the Environment offers a range of benefits, including:

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  • A flexible working approach to support a healthy work-life balance;">
  • Agile ways of working to provide variety and challenges across the organization;">
  • Active employee networks to support diversity and inclusion;">
  • Opportunities for development and education.">
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We value and care about enabling our people to work in a way that means they can work at their best. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organization with an inclusive culture.



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