Te Kaunihera-a-rohe o Ngamotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000 and 150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.Te aheinga - The opportunityAs an Insurance and Innovation Analyst, you will play a critical role in managing NPDC's insurance matters and supporting transformation/change initiatives across the region. Working with stakeholders both internal and external to the organization, you will analyse risk, identify market trends, and develop innovative strategies that align with NPDC's goals. This fixed term position requires a blend of analytical acumen, creative thinking, and an ability to draw out key information to inform robust decision making.This role is intended to be a 50:50 split management and enhancement of NPDC's approach to our insurance portfolio, and supporting the innovation work programme that is currently focused on regional shared service opportunities.Key ResponsibilitiesInsurance Framework oversight and work programme management - working with the business to review and update the organisation's Insurance Framework to ensure it meets the needs of NPDC now and into the future. Management and oversight of the Insurance work programme to ensure renewal activities are well planned and executed and ad hoc queries from the business are addressed.Innovation/Transformation Initiative Analysis - Development of robust briefs, business cases, implementation plans and the like with robust analysis including but not limited to financial, risk, change etc.Implementation Analysis and Planning - Working with a range of stakeholders to understand the impacts of change on their business, including business processes, system requirements and other change elements as required.Strategic Facilitation - Plan and manage strategic workshops, hui, meetings to achieve the desired outcome and garner as much information as possible to inform innovation/transformation initiatives.Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration - Strong relationship management, working with a wide range of stakeholders across multiple organisations and supporting the Manager to understand external activities and interdependencies.Other support for the Manager and Integrity and Innovation Group as required.Minimum RequirementsPrevious experience providing analytical support in a change environment (essential).Previous experience with business process mapping and mapping system requirements (essential).Previous experience with insurance matters and risk-based analysis (desirable).Previous experience in facilitation and working with a broad range of stakeholders to achieve outcomes (desirable).Project/Programme management experience - May have PRINCE2, MSP or other relevant certification or study towards relevant certification (desirable).He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our region's dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!Ou matou rourou - What we offerAt the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.You can expect to start in this 12-month, fixed-term role with us between $100,329 and $108,131.If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!Applications close on Wednesday, 31 July 2024.New Plymouth District CouncilGovernment & DefenceOperating under the Local Government Act 2002 (which provides the general framework for local government) and through consultation with the community, the Council seeks to meet the current and future needs of the district's communities for good-quality local infrastructure, local public services, and performance of regulatory functions.Perks and benefits:EAP and Telus Health access5 weeks annual leaveBirthday leaveSocial Club2 weeks paid non-primary caregiver leave #J-18808-Ljbffr
