The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders. Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui.
Promote solutions to the major opportunities and challenges facing the Pacific Ocean space. Be a leading partner with the Pacific region in developing innovative approaches. Wellington based 2 years Fixed Term role. We are looking for someone with strong strategic policy experience and excellent policy development skills. Excellent opportunity to showcase your abilities at a programme and project level!
Korero mo te turanga - About the role: The Adviser - Pacific Ocean and Fisheries (POF) is a core part of the Pacific Ocean and Fisheries Team working alongside six other passionate ocean and fisheries specialists and rotational staff.
The Adviser will be expected to contribute to developing advice on a range of regional ocean issues and work with team members to finalise this advice for PDG, the wider Ministry, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs.
The Adviser Pacific Ocean and Fisheries will: Manage activities (projects) in the IDC programme, ensuring MFAT's IDC principles are upheld, and in doing so, support the region to achieve the vision articulated in the 2050 Strategy for a Blue Pacific Continent. Prepare briefings on key ocean issues in the Pacific region, carefully coordinated with other teams and grounded in sound decision-making and an understanding of regional dynamics. Build and maintain strong relationships with Pacific partners, particularly those agencies in the Council of Regional Organisations of the Pacific (CROP). The Adviser may be expected to travel periodically within New Zealand and/or to Pacific Island Countries and Territories. This is a Wellington-based role, but flexible working arrangements are supported, in agreement with managers.
The full salary range for this role is $104,670 - $141,612 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution - negotiable depending on experience.
Ma wai te mahi nei? Who are we looking for? We'd like to hear from you if you are experienced with the following skills and experience:
A minimum of five years of experience working in a policy, business innovation, or the environmental sector. Experience in developing policy advice, ideally in a Government setting. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong project management skills. Experience working with a range of partners, and building sound relationships based on trust. Experience of working autonomously and within guidelines, demonstrating the use of sound judgement and initiative. Proven experience developing strategies and initiatives that are well founded, technically sound, practical, and appropriate. Proven ability to see beyond the immediate issues and comprehend the big picture to identify opportunities and assess risks properly. Experience working in the Pacific and with Pacific partners. Ideally, you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Maori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Maori (the Maori worldview) into your work. If you are just starting on this journey, that's OK too as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Nga hua o te mahi i te Manatu Aorere - Why MFAT? We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging.
We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Mo matou - About us: Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous.
By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand's interests and pursue New Zealand's values.
To Apply / Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter. For a confidential discussion, please email Stephen Harris at ******.
To be employed with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, you must be a NZ citizen. You must be able to obtain and maintain a Confidential security clearance.
Ordinarily, to obtain this level of clearance, candidates must have sufficient checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken.
Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process.
Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 19 September 2024. Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a Corporate' role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.
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