About the role As a Conservation Policy Planner in our Statutory Planning team, you'll be responsible for running planning review and development processes, producing statutory conservation plans, and then providing advice on implementation. The planning documents you prepare will provide direction for how public conservation lands and waters will be managed. These documents include conservation management strategies, national park plans, and conservation management plans. Effective partnership with tangata whenua in planning processes is a key part of this role. We work with Treaty Partners to realise their aspirations and interests, build strong working relationships with multiple teams across DOC, and engage with the public and other stakeholders to understand what conservation means to them. You'll also be working with external statutory bodies, including conservation boards, the New Zealand Conservation Authority, and the Minister of Conservation. We are a national team of statutory planners with a great mix of skills, interests, backgrounds, and approaches. This role will give the successful applicant a diverse range of challenges and opportunities in public engagement with local communities, partnering with Treaty partners, development of robust future-proof planning approaches, and exposure to many interesting teams within DOC. Skills and experience You may come from a background in planning, policy, legal, resource management, or stakeholder engagement. Either way, you'll have skills and experience in the following areas: Strong analytical and organisational ability. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience in planning processes, either plan or policy development or plan analysis. Knowledge of environmental planning disciplines, legislation, or policy development. Experience working with tangata whenua: iwi, hapu, and whanau is beneficial. Sound working knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Excellent communication, engagement, and relationship management skills. An understanding of te ao Maori would be an advantage. 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. Apply now Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience, and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please let us know if you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The salary range for this position is $79,656 to $100,639, with the starting salary based on the successful applicant's level of relevant skills and experience. Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 28 October 2024. For further enquiries, contact Kate, Senior Recruitment Advisor at Job reference: DOC/1823923 #J-18808-Ljbffr