Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Key selling points:
- Join the team shaping regulatory policy that protects Aotearoa's natural environment
- $79,656 - $100,639 pro-rata
- 12 month fixed-term, Wellington preferred – open to Christchurch, Dunedin or Hamilton
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.
He angitūtanga | About the role
Are you passionate about shaping operational policy that lifts regulatory performance and provides clear direction for activities undertaken on conservation land? Do you have a sharp analytical mind and a strong sense of purpose in making meaningful contributions to policy development? Join Te Papa Atawhai DOC and play a key role in shaping national regulatory processes that have a direct impact on conservation efforts across Aotearoa.
As a Regulatory Operational Policy Advisor, you'll support the design and development of regulatory policies and procedures to ensure high-quality national delivery of DOC's regulatory processes. You'll work closely with senior advisors, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to influence, develop, and communicate policies that align with DOC's goals.
The position will be focussed on:
- working with Senior Regulatory Operational Policy Advisors to support and shadow with their projects as well as leading smaller projects
- drafting policy and tools for the regulatory services staff
- collaborating with subject matter experts and permissions advisors
- implementing and communicating changes to the wider business
- working alongside the Statutory Support Officer to provide wrap around support to the team
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
We are looking for an awesome team player to join our supportive and collaborative team. You will be a creative problem-solver with a drive to learn and who's passionate about improving systems.
If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:
- experience in regulatory policy, law, public administration, or a related field,
- excellent analytical and research skills with the ability to distil complex information into clear and concise recommendations,
- the ability to think critically, anticipate challenges and propose innovative solutions,
- a passion for making a positive impact through operational regulatory policy.
- Full New Zealand driver's licence
Mō te tīma | About the team
The Policy and Regulatory Services Group provides strategic direction and thought leadership for DOC and for the conservation system.
This role is a key member of the Operational Regulatory Policy Team, which sits within DOC's Regulatory Systems Performance Team. Both teams are relatively new with a responsibility to set the direction and operational rules of the Conservation Regulatory System.
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
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 $79,656 - $100,639 pro-rata with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
Please note we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on 10 April
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Arna Litchfield, alitchfield@doc.govt.nz