Regional Planning and Performance Advisor

Bring your innovative thinking to this newly created position
- Work closely with the Regional Leadership Team to drive a culture of continuous improvement
- Lead complex initiatives and develop regional solutions in conservation management
- $92,450 - $116,985, bring your innovative thinking to this newly created position
- Permanent full time, location: Whakatane, Tauranga, Rotorua, or Gisborne

**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**

As Regional Planning and Performance Advisor you will work closely with the Regional Director and Regional Planning and Performance Manager to identify and manage risks, oversee regional performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and lead large-scale conservation projects. You will be a proactive, innovative, creative, and solutions-focused person with a passion for delivering better conservation outcomes for New Zealand.

The position will be focussed on:

- developing processes for capturing and prioritising improvement ideas
- designing and maintaining monitoring systems for regional assurance
- leading the implementation of a programme of continuous improvement projects across the region
- overseeing and coordinating projects undertaken by the Regional Leadership Team, including monitoring milestones and ensuring timelines are met
- designing integrated strategies and solutions alongside key partners and stakeholders
- leading the development of integrated regional five-year outcome plans.

The role at times will need to travel across the region to provide support and engage with our wider staff cohort - Gisborne, Rotorua and Tauranga. At times the role may also be required to travel to Wellington to engage on national strategy work.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

This role demands a strategic and analytical mindset, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of conservation management and operational excellence.
- ideally sound knowledge of conservation management and national strategies
- proficiency in business planning, financial management, and asset management principles
- expertise in performance improvement, including knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, Scrum and business process improvement delivery and implementation experience
- excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate and integrate information effectively
- experience in local government, council, or iwi organisations, particularly in long-term planning and consultation operational delivery.

**Mō te tīma | About the team**

The Regional Operations Group is responsible for delivering conservation work on the ground through our biodiversity, recreation/historic, community engagement and tiriti teams.

The Eastern North Island Regions spans across four rohe inclusive of Tauranga Moana through to Rotorua, Eastern Bay of Plenty through the East Coast to Tairawhiti hosting a range of diverse ecosystems, communities and recreational experience across public conservation land from the mountains to the sea. Across the region there are over 60 Tiriti partners that the region work alongside.

**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.

The salary range for this position is **$92,450 - $116,985** 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._

**_ Note to Recruitment Agencies:_**_ Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted._

**Rā katinga | Applications close** at 11:59 pm on Monday, 2 December 2024.

**Taupānga | Job reference**: 400/14101