Ranger Project Lead Community – Department of Conservation – Napier 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 spaces and species across Aotearoa. Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whanau, hapu and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.
As a Ranger/Project Lead Community (Statutory) you will use your expertise in statutory processes, community engagement, partnership building, and project management to lead cross-functional teams in achieving critical conservation outcomes. You'll be part of an energetic and hard-working regional statutory team, supporting and delivering statutory work and building/maintaining community relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the planning and delivery of statutory focused work that drives meaningful conservation outcomes.
Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive work plans for assigned tasks.
Operate within a statutory framework to assess permit applications for activities under the Conservation Act, Wildlife Act and Reserves Act and provide high quality advice to managers and decision makers.
Liaise with team members across the Department to understand and incorporate their expertise in the advice provided to managers and decision makers.
Provide high quality input on Resource Management Act processes, including describing affected conservation values and recommending outcomes to avoid/minimise the effects on these values.
Monitor commercial or private activity on public conservation land.
Mentor and support the work and skill development of others.
Provide support for statutory land management functions.
Promote the value of local, regional, and national conservation initiatives.
Build and maintain effective partnerships with iwi, local authorities, conservation groups, and other stakeholders.
Represent DOC and coordinate cross-agency initiatives within your area of responsibility.
If you have the following skills and experience, we are keen to hear from you:
Significant practical experience working in a statutory environment, community engagement, and project management.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to work successfully with tangata whenua and a range of partners.
Strong business writing and public communication abilities.
Tertiary qualification or equivalent knowledge in Resource or Environmental Management, Legal studies or Project Management.
Full New Zealand Drivers Licence.
Understanding of the Maori-Crown relationship and the ability to engage effectively with iwi.
Solid IT skills, including proficiency with database systems.
A good understanding of te ao Maori me nga tikanga.
Knowledge of the Conservation Act, Reserves Act, Resource Management Act and other relevant statutory requirements.
A proactive mindset with excellent organisational skills, and ability to prioritise competing demands and tight deadlines.
Experience working in a regulatory environment.
If you have the skills, expertise, and passion to lead complex statutory work and drive conservation outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Even if you don't tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to apply.
Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Me he patai ano | For further enquiries , contact Rachael Mora, Statutory Manager, ******
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