Regional Planner

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Drive business planning initiatives to enhance regional operations and achieve strategic outcomes.
• The salary range for this position is $79,656 – $100,639.
• Permanent, full-time role, based in Dunedin or Invercargill.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

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 whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua. Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

He angitūtanga | About the role

You will be one of a team of three Regional Planners and will play a central role in crafting and executing strategic plans that integrate our Heritage and Visitor, Biodiversity, Community and Treaty priorities within the Southern South Island Region. You will work closely across the region to ensure annual planning supports long-term outcomes, while providing essential support and advice. The position will be focussed on:

• partnering with functional leads (Heritage and Visitor, Biodiversity, Community, Tiriti Advisors) to establish organisational priority uptake across the region, and ensure regional context is driven in functional priorities.
• overseeing performance reporting and provide assurance on progress towards targets. Ensure capital projects and operational plans meet our high standards
• contributing to regional reports by analysing operational and project delivery trends and recommending improvements
• preparing and writing regional tasks in support of the Southern South Island Director and the Regional Leadership Team
• supporting improvement initiatives that may align with conservation outcomes, treaty outcomes, capability and capacity training and skills and culture work at a regional level
• developing integrated regional plans that harmonise biodiversity, heritage, visitor priorities in alignment with Treaty commitments and community outcomes.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

We're seeking a collaborative thinker who is pragmatic, takes initiative, and has a strong background in planning and performance improvement. If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:

• Strong background in planning, financial management systems and performance improvement and reporting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to integrate and present data insights effectively along with report writing.
• Knowledge and understanding of Treaty Settlement and implementation context.
• Solid understanding of conservation management and national strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to an environment of pace at times.
• Valid New Zealand driver licence.

Desirable:

• Experience in planning and management of heritage and visitor/recreation assets.
• Experience in local government, council, or iwi organisations, particularly in long-term planning and consultation operational delivery.
• Understanding of asset management principles and practices.
• Experience/ understanding of capital projects.
• Experience in tiriti partner relationships and deliverables.
• Knowledge of Te Papa Atawhai and the Southern South Island Region.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | 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.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, please submit your application as soon as possible.

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.

The salary range for this position is $79,656 – $100,639 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.  

Expected Interview dates week commencing Monday, 25 November 2024.

Expected Start date from late January 2025.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 13 November 2024.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Marie Kealey, Recruitment advisor at mkealey@doc.govt.nz

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1827658