At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our mission is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. To be sure we can deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation, and we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.
We think Otago's a pretty special place. It covers a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment here is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity Our Strategy Team at the Otago Regional Council is looking for a Senior Advisor - Strategy to join the team on a full-time basis (37.5 hrs per week) in our busy Dunedin office.
The purpose of this role is to provide expert advice, analysis, and a strategic future-focused perspective on Council programmes to position Council to meet the region's future challenges.
As a Senior Advisor - Strategy, you will be responsible for:
Developing an understanding of Council's internal and external operating environment and ensuring appropriate analysis of threats and opportunities to enable robust, strategic decision-making.Using strategic thinking, innovation, facilitation, and analytical skills to understand future priorities for Council to optimise service provision to the community.Working with staff across ORC to develop, implement, monitor and review ORC's Strategic Directions and subject-specific strategies and frameworks such as the Climate Strategy, Biodiversity Strategy, and Air Quality Strategy.Building enduring relationships across Council and outside of ORC, convening groups (internal and external), and working closely with mana whenua to ensure they are a key partner.If you are future-focused and keen to play a key role in informing decisions about Council programmes to ensure delivery of great community outcomes, then this is the role for you!
About You Our ideal candidate will have:
A tertiary qualification (e.g. in science / natural resource management / planning) and/or relevant work history.A minimum of 10 years' post-graduate work experience in a related role.Experience in or understanding of Local Government preferable.Experience working in the climate change space preferable.An understanding of the roles of regional councils in resource management in New Zealand.Analytical and problem-solving skills.Well-developed written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate with senior management and councillors.What we offer We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right, and AROHA- We show that we care, alongside us, regardless of their background.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:
Flexible work opportunities.Life Insurance.Superannuation.Competitive remuneration packages.How to Apply If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.
Please note: We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Applications close, Sunday 26 January 2025.
For further information, please contact ******.
Reference # 8266.
Posted on 13 Dec 2024.
Location(s): Dunedin.
Expertise: Biosecurity and Biodiversity, Corporate Strategy and Planning, Community Engagement and Education, Environmental Policy and Planning, Project Management, Organisational Strategy.
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