Are you someone who can build rapport and create strong working relationships? Do you think you could bring a seamless flow to our pipeline of projects? Look no further than our role of Transport Funding Advisor!
About the role: The overarching purpose of a Transport Funding Advisor is to coordinate and foster effective funding relationships between the Council and Waka Kotahi - NZ Transport Agency. This includes preparing funding applications and processing progress claims to maximise Council's revenue for capital, maintenance and operational activities, managing and co-ordinating funding applications to Environment Canterbury, and managing and coordinating the requirements for NZ Transport Agency audits.
You will be the key liaison and provide advice and guidance to staff and other senior professionals regarding all transport funding matters. You will use your excellent communication skills to be a core part of the ongoing review, revision and development of strategies, policies and plans in regard to transport funding.
About you: With a proven background in a related role, you will hold a degree qualification in Management, Planning or a Transport related discipline and have a strong understanding of local government legislation, rules and guidelines. You will have experience in fund management and have the organisational skills to prove it. As a true problem solver, you will have the ability to anticipate potential problems and develop preventative action plans.
What's in it for you? Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunitiesFlexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisationBenefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.This is an exciting opportunity for you to make a real difference to the city that you live in by facilitating vital funding for the community. Are you passionate about creating a better future?
Feel like you don't meet every single requirement of the job description?
Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.
Additional information: Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street
Salary - The salary band for this position goes from 85,015 to $94,461 per annum based on a 40 hour working week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date. Reference # 33219
Posted on 17 Apr 2024
Closes on 24 Apr 2024 23:00
Location(s) Central City
Expertise Management, Planning
Job level(s) 5 to 7 years, 7 to 10 years, 10 plus years
Central City | Post date: 23 Apr 2024 | Close date: 14 May 2024 09:00 | Expertise: Procurement & Supply Chain Management | Work Type: Permanent, Full-time
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