Programme Lead

2 days ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Department of Conservation Full time

Lead system change initiatives to improve delivery of statutory planning documents
- Provide leadership and expert advice to a team of two Improvement Advisors
- Champion development of consistent systems, policies, and guidelines
- Fixed term/external secondment to July 2026 | Wgtn, Hamilton, ChCh locations

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

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

**He angitutanga | About the role**

Reporting to the Statutory Planning Manager, you'll partner with them to lead and drive strategic improvement priorities and direction in how DOC develops and reviews statutory planning documents, giving effect to Treaty of Waitangi principles.

This work will give you the opportunity to collaborate with cross functional teams, Treaty partners, external stakeholders and the Minister of Conservation. You will work with them to address systemic challenges in DOC's planning system and develop strategies to implement sustainable changes.

You will lead the improvement programme of work, supported by two advisors reporting to you. 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, problem definition, options development and implementation
- Collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders, including provision of advice and recommendations to senior leaders.

As the Programme Lead you will have a proven track record of managing complex programmes of work, excellent communication abilities and multi-stakeholder collaboration. You will be comfortable working under pressure and at pace, encouraging innovative change and bringing fresh ideas to long-standing issues.

**Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience**
- Proven problem-solving skills, strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities
- Knowledge of environmental planning disciplines, legislation or policy development is useful.
- Experience leading programmes of work, with excellent organisational and coordination skills
- A sound working knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Experience working with Treaty partners is beneficial
- Strong interpersonal abilities
- Successful development and implementation of improvements and innovations

Please note we are also 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 $108, 617 to $137, 645 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/1835527

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