Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Central Wellington location with opportunity to WFH 1-2 days a week
- Fixed term position through to 30 June 2026
- Salary range $114,663–$127,404, actual salary based on skills and experience
Bring your experience and knowledge of Human Resources and project delivery to a programme of work dedicated to enhancing our trusted organisation.
Mō tēnei tūranga - about the role
In December 2022, Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission conducted an independent review into the culture of Fire and Emergency New Zealand. As part of the review, recommendations were made to support a positive and inclusive environment for its people resulting in the creation of the Eke Taumata Programme.
Reporting to the Workstream/Project Lead in our Eke Taumata Programme, we are seeking a Senior Project Advisor to design, deliver and implement initiatives within our Safe, Positive, and Inclusive workstream. You'll be instrumental in developing frameworks, processes, and guidance to embed inclusive, future-focused practices across the organisation. Along with a team, you will embed our new Code of Conduct/Te Tikanga Whanonga with a comprehensive suite of supporting policies that clearly outline the expected standards of behaviour and conduct of all levels of staff at Fire and Emergency New Zealand. This will include the developing and implementing an education programme and suite of supporting guidance that supports managers to appropriately respond to and address inappropriate behaviour and conduct. The workstream will also be giving effect to our newly launched Diversity and Inclusion Strategy with two system level projects already underway.
This position is fixed term from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026. Ideally the successful candidate will be based out of our NHQ office in Wellington.
Ko tāu nā i tēnei tūranga - What you'll bring to the role:
The successful candidate will bring understanding, knowledge and experience delivering on HR related culture programmes. You will have strong background in designing and implementing new frameworks and processes, with well-developed skills to identifying problems and designing suitable solutions. You will apply both creative and logical thinking to deliver outcomes for the initiatives required. As a natural relationship builder, you will demonstrate an ability to establish and maintain organisational relationships and be confident in the ability to brief senior leaders and representation of the organisation in a variety of forums.
To be successful in this role, we'd expect you will:
- Prior experience in developing comprehensive guidance and educational programmes to equip leaders in effectively addressing HR-related matters in line with our policies and guidelines
- Proven experience delivering cross functional projects involving a wide range of stakeholders
- A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to work at pace
- Excellent stakeholder management, clear communication and writing skills
- An ability to express complex thoughts and ideas, both verbally and in written form
- A solid level of credibility to instil confidence in others
- Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Experience in project management disciplines
The salary range for this role is $114,663 - $127,404 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ko wai mātou - who are we?
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is a Crown Entity responsible for reducing unwanted fires, responding to structural and vegetation fires and other emergencies including motor vehicle crashes, medical emergencies, hazardous substance related incidents, natural disasters, and supporting increased community resilience.
Our vision is to build stronger communities and protect what matters most to the people within them. We are proud to be recognised as New Zealand's most trusted public sector agency. Our values reflect what our people believe is core to who we are and the organisation we aspire to be.
- Kia Tika - We Do the Right Thing
- Manaakitanga - We Serve and Support
- Whanaungatanga - We Are Better Together
- Auahatanga - We Strive to Improve
Ko te tono mai - How to apply:
Come join us - we are excited about the future of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, and we'd love you to be part of it! We value diversity as a strength and welcome applicants that can help bring a difference to our organisation.
If this sounds like you, apply now. To download a copy of our position description please visit our vacancy page on our FireJobs website.
If you have any specific questions about this role, please email: nhqjobs@fireandemergency.nz. Please note, applications sent via email will not be accepted.
Applications close Thursday 3 July 2025
We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.
Please note: Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory for this role.