About the role Are you a data and project management professional, passionate about driving impactful national monitoring programs and keen to make a difference for Aotearoa's conservation?
As Senior Programme Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our Monitoring and Information Systems Manager and Programme Leads, ensuring the seamless planning and implementation of our initiatives.
Your expertise will be crucial in shaping programs that make a difference.
The position will be focused on: Developing and implementing the electronic data capture solution for our Wild Animal Management Monitoring Programme.
Leading the development and scheduling of strategic work plans for existing and new programs in collaboration with Programme Leads.
Establishing and embedding robust business processes to enhance collaboration among cross-functional teams.
Monitoring, assessing, and reporting on program progress, ensuring alignment with financial and non-financial objectives.
Organizing and coordinating program communications, including high-level presentations, reports, and ministerial briefs.
Facilitating strategic program meetings and workshops, overseeing logistics and stakeholder engagement.
Skills and Experience If you have some of the following, we are keen to hear from you: Proven end-to-end project and programme management knowledge and experience, ideally relating to data capture and flow.
Competent at financial planning, budget management and finding better ways to use resources.
Familiarity with Visio and MS Project would be an advantage.
Strong customer engagement skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of people.
Well-developed business writing skills; able to write clearly, concisely and explain complex information in simple and clear language.
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, able to tailor material to meet audience needs.
A positive track record of working to tight deadlines and excellent attention to detail.
Able to thrive in a dynamic and complex environment.
Ability to see opportunities for improvement and act on these opportunities.
Desirable: Background in conservation or familiarity with monitoring and evaluation lifecycles.
About the team The Monitoring and Insights Directorate focuses on developing system-wide intervention logic to describe how DOC achieves its outcomes; to not only deliver conservation, but also to tell the story of what was achieved with supporting evidence.
The Monitoring Design and Advice Team look after the design and implementation of monitoring programmes across Bio H&V, allowing us to report and provide insights on the effectiveness of our biodiversity management actions.
The team is tight-knit, extremely passionate and collaborative.
You will be well-supported and accomplish incredible things within this team!
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 If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
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.
The salary range for this position is $92,450.00 - $116,985.00 pro-rata with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
You are encouraged to discuss secondment opportunities with your manager.
Secondments should offer the opportunity to build capability in line with your development plan.
You must seek the support of your line manager (minimum Tier 4) in writing before applying for a secondment opportunity and attach it to your application.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory; this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Please note we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 15 October 2024.
For further enquiries, contact: Luisa Kliman, Job reference: 1000 / 43017 #J-18808-Ljbffr