Job Opportunities in New Zealand
September 19, 2024
Otago Regional Council
Queenstown
FULL TIME & OTHER
Emergency Management Advisor - Queenstown Lakes
At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our goal is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. So, we can deliver on our responsibilities, we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us get there. In return, we offer a positive and go-ahead organisational culture, where work/life balance is both respected and valued.
Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity
Our Emergency Management team at the Otago Regional Council is looking for an Emergency Management Advisor to join the team on a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent basis in our busy Queenstown office.
The purpose of this role is to support the Queenstown Lake District Council's (QLDC) planning and delivery of Civil Defence and Emergency Management services to their communities.
As an Emergency Management Advisor, you will be responsible for:
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
What we offer
We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care, alongside us, regardless of their background.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:
How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.
Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received so we encourage you to apply early.
All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Applications close Friday, 11 October 2024
For further information, please contact human.resources@orc.govt.nz
Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity
Our Emergency Management team at the Otago Regional Council is looking for an Emergency Management Advisor to join the team on a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent basis in our busy Queenstown office.
The purpose of this role is to support the Queenstown Lake District Council's (QLDC) planning and delivery of Civil Defence and Emergency Management services to their communities.
As an Emergency Management Advisor, you will be responsible for:
- Developing and maintain emergency preparedness and planning in partnership with Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC).
- Developing and supporting community response plans in partnership with community leaders.
- Working with the Group Training & Capability Advisor to plan, deliver and monitor a training programme that incorporates the needs of staff, volunteers, and partner agencies.
- Ensuring that emergency management equipment and systems including communications, facilities, and all related equipment in QLDC are in a constant state of readiness and fit for purpose.
- Contributing to the effective management of response, recovery, reduction, and readiness.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A qualification in emergency management/development, organisational management, planning and development or community development. Sector experience and other relevant qualifications will also be considered.
- Experience within the CDEM sector, community development or related field.
- Experience in developing and maintaining effective strategic relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and communities.
- Demonstrated planning, coordination, and project management skills.
- Demonstrated competent decision-making skills in emergencies.
- An understanding of community issues, challenges, and opportunities.
- A passion for the development of community resilience
What we offer
We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care, alongside us, regardless of their background.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:
- Flexible work opportunities
- Life Insurance
- Superannuation
- An annual wellbeing programme.
- Competitive remuneration packages
- Development opportunities
How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.
Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received so we encourage you to apply early.
All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Applications close Friday, 11 October 2024
For further information, please contact human.resources@orc.govt.nz
Job Details
Reference #
7725
Posted on
19 Sep 2024
Closes on
11 Oct 2024 23:59
Location(s)
Queenstown
Expertise
Emergency Management/Civil Defence
Job level(s)
Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent full-time
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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