Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Directly support regional conservation leadership, playing a pivotal role in enabling conservation outcomes across the Northern South Island region.
- The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423- flexible working supported.
- Permanent, full-time, Nelson location.
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
You will provide hands on support to the Director Northern South Island Region (NSI) in this fast-paced environment through email/diary management, meeting organisation, minute taking, workflow coordination, travel coordination and other administrative tasks.
Your role will be crucial in supporting the Director and the wider teams to achieve core deliverables for the region.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
We're after someone who's proactive, relationship-focussed, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
If you have some of the following, we are keen to hear from you:
- Highly organised with the ability to manage schedules, calendars, and tasks effectively.
- Ability to manage the shifting priorities of the Director and be ok and prepared to pivot if things don't go as planned.
- Strong time management skills, especially when juggling multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
- Excellent communications, both written and verbal.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, MS Teams and PowerPoint).
- The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Desirable:
- A solid understanding of central government and public service environments.
- Familiarity with te ao Māori and a commitment to upholding Treaty partnerships.
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 let us know.
The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423 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.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 23 April
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/1853542