Description:
* Contribute to crucial and meaningful conservation mahi
* $60,314.00 - $75,603.00 pro-rata
* 12 month fixed term full time, Hamilton location – flexible to Christchurch or Dunedin
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
The Statutory Support Officer/Project Coordinator forms an integral part of the Regulatory Services team providing high quality support, services and project coordination to our team. Our collective focus is to contribute to our kaupapa of ensuring we deliver high-quality conservation goals and outcomes that align with our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. You will be someone who has the drive to deliver high quality work and feel inspired by our shared purpose and values.
This role will focus on providing high quality statutory process and administrative support to the team as well as project coordination. This role is one of a network of similar roles supporting the Regulatory Services teams, so you may be called upon to support any of our managers or teams; however, there is currently a focus on the Permissions and Statutory Process teams.
Key responsibilities include:
* Administrative support to the team – project coordination tasks, coordination for Official Information Act, Ministerial and Parliamentary question requests, word processing, document management, and administrative support for public notification processes
* Provision of personal assistance to the manager – diary management, meeting support, drafting correspondence, arranging travel, support for financial processes
* Provision of communications support – newsletters, surveys, presentations, website content, and reports
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
This role requires someone who is agile, can quickly adapt and prioritise a number of tasks on the go, at any one time. You will be an administration extraordinaire with strong coordination skills and the ability to proactively identify and use your initiative to support our team to help deliver our work. We are a busy and friendly team, so your experience with managing multiple tasks, remaining calm under pressure, and strong communication skills will be the key to your success in this role.
In addition, we need someone with the following attributes:
* A strong administration background with demonstrated experience in administrative processes and services
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Uses initiative and independent judgement to deal with critical tasks
* Professional interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure to meet business critical deadlines
* Meticulous attention to detail
* A customer focused approach
* Motivated, proactive, and enjoys a busy working environment
* Contributes positively to a high-performing and engaged team
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
Desirable:
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori or a willingness to engage is an advantage
* Knowledge of Department of Conservation processes and systems
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 $60,314.00 - $75,603.00 pro-rata 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.
Please note we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on 26 May 2025
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Stephanie Bowman, Permissions Regulatory Delivery Manager, at sbowman@doc.govt.nz
Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1855990
15 May 2025;
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