Strategic Advisor - Readiness and Recovery Permanent
Based in Otautahi (Christchurch)
A hybrid working opportunity
Be part of a high functioning team
Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tu Ake is an Aotearoa (NZ) Crown entity that invests in natural disaster research and education as well as providing natural disaster insurance to residential property owners. The mission of NHC Toka Tu Ake is to reduce the impact on people and property when a natural disaster occurs while administering the natural disaster fund.
Our values define who we are; they influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our customers and engage with communities, every day.
- Hei whakapai matou | We make a difference for people
- Ka mahi tika matou | We do the right thing
Through our values, cultural understanding, and whanaungatanga (close personal connection) we connect with our communities ensuring support is provided during times of uncertainty.
The purpose of this position is to respond to, on behalf of the team specific accountabilities for supporting the Chief Readiness and Recovery Officer to deliver on their performance expectations and group business plan objectives.
This role will act as the eyes and ears for the Chief Readiness and Recovery Officer and will ensure all activities we are responsible for delivering are strategically and practically joined up, reported on and are on track and have risks and opportunities identified and actions planned.
This position leads the preparation of strategic and operating documentation and will play an important part in group and business development.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
Excellent understanding of governance and the ability to write for a governance audience
Stakeholder Management and Strategic Partnerships
Budget Management
Your confident and engaging manner and excellent interpersonal skills will enable you to quickly build effective working relationships across all levels. You will be a credible and trusted person who is actively sought out for their advice, influence, and collaborative approach to health, safety, security, and wellbeing business performance.
Ko wai koe | About You
Possesses an excellent understanding of the machinations of central and local government, and is experienced in working with elected members and their offices, a Board, an Executive team and diverse stakeholders
Has an excellent understanding of governance with the ability to write for a governance audience
A history of achievement in the delivery of high quality strategic advice to Executive Leaders, a strategic thinker with the ability to advise and influence good outcomes so that leaders are effectively freed up to focus on organisational strategic delivery as opposed to operational management
Open to opportunities and risks and provides the right level of analysis and advice where necessary
Calm under pressure and role models high performance in stressful circumstances, turns challenging situations into opportunities and coaches others through adversity
Excellent communicator that adapts their style to different audiences, working with networks, persuading, negotiating, mediating and influencing
Why Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tu Ake is a great place to work
What is the most important thing in the world; it is people, it is people, it is people.
NHC Toka Tu Ake recognises that our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritise staff and customer wellbeing above all else. Along with a competitive salary, five weeks annual leave an employee wellbeing fund, and ongoing professional development, we provide an inclusive, engaging, and purpose-driven culture.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce is because we know our culture thrives when we get this right. Our customers also get the best from us when we get our cultural connections right. We work to draw on the differences in who we are, what we have experienced, and how we think. We make a difference for all New Zealanders and strive to increasingly reflect the diversity of communities we serve by including and valuing perspectives from all backgrounds including ethnicity, religion, gender, age, accessibility needs, sexual orientation, and national origin.
How to apply
For a more detailed understanding of the position or if you're ready to apply, please visit our Careers website by clicking Apply. If you have any questions about the role or require further information or assistance, please contact us at ****** or 0800 326 243.
Applications close Wednesday 13 November 2024, 3.00 pm.
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