Vacancies

Applications close Sunday 21 August 2022

• Are you interested in planning for some of the most significant emergency events that could impact on New Zealand communities?
• Want to be part of a talented, dynamic team working at the system level of planning for emergencies?
• A permanent position has become available for an immediate start

Be part of the team who are accountable for developing, maintaining and evaluating the strategic national emergency management and response emergency management planning frameworks under the National Security System.

Ko wai mātou | About us

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) provides national leadership to New Zealand's distributed emergency management system. NEMA's primary focus is on the performance and capability of the emergency management system as a whole, across all hazards and all risks and the 4 Rs of risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery. We are going through an exciting phase of growth and there will be more opportunities with NEMA over the coming months.

NEMA values diversity and inclusion. We want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our communities. We value and respect the contributions of our people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives. We support flexible ways of working that bring out the best in you.

We are committed to doing our part to deliver on the Crown's commitments to Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We strive to actively build te Ao Māori perspectives and capability into our day to day work, values and practices.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

In this role will provide you an opportunity to connect and engage with all agencies and public, private, and non-government organisation sectors, that have a role to play in emergency management to enable planning across the 4Rs of risk reduction, readiness, response, and recovery from emergencies.

The Senior Advisor, Planning is a full-time, permanent role within the NEMA Planning Team that influences and supports national strategic planning and policy, including the review of the National Civil Defence and Emergency Management Plan Order and Guide.

You will also have a very hands-on role during emergencies fulfilling an operational role during activations of the NEMA National Coordination Centre and/or National Crisis Management Centre.

Ko wai koe | About you

We are looking for a candidate with the following attributes:

• Experience in building and maintaining effective relationships
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, high level collaboration and relationship management skills
• An ability to facilitate and coordinate people and project teams effectively
• An ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills
• An ability to manoeuvre through complex organisational and political situations
• The discretion and tact to handle confidential and private information
• High level of judgement with the ability to make effective decisions in complex situations

Huanga Whaiaro | Key requirements

• A tertiary qualification in emergency management or related discipline OR an equivalent body of knowledge and experience.
• Experience in meeting stakeholder/customer requirements at a high level
• Experience in developing and implementing functional and operational plans
• Knowledge, understanding and ability to interpret, develop and apply national policies
• Experience working in complex, high-pressured environments
• Sound technical acumen, in particular with regards to IT and communication systems

Ta matou e tuku | What we offer

We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. We welcome diversity, in all its forms and we believe it is a strength.

All NEMA roles are flexible by default and a positive work life balance is encouraged. 

The salary band for this role is $94,716 - $111,431 per annum including employer Kiwisaver contributions.

Whakaritenga Haumaru | Security Requirements

Due to the security requirements of this role, applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand Permanent Resident.

Me pehea te tono | How to apply

Please select 'Apply' to download a position description or apply. If you have any questions, contact Conor Yardley on email conor.yardley@nema.govt.nz

Applications close Monday 22 August 2022

• Are you interested in improving resilience of New Zealand's Critical Infrastructure and help reduce impacts of disruptions on our communities and economy?
• Want to be part of a talented, dynamic team working at the system level of planning for emergencies?
• Do you bring a level of critical thinking and a flexible approach to your everyday work?

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Advisor or Senior Advisor to join our Planning and Sector Partnerships Unit. Be part of an exciting growth phase within a National Emergency Agency across Aotearoa.

Ko wai mātou | About us

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) provides national leadership to New Zealand's distributed emergency management system. NEMA's primary focus is on the performance and capability of the emergency management system as a whole, across all hazards and all risks and the 4 Rs of risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery. We are going through an exciting phase of growth and there will be more opportunities with NEMA over the coming months.

NEMA values diversity and inclusion. We want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our communities. We value and respect the contributions of our people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives. We support flexible ways of working that bring out the best in you.

We are committed to doing our part to deliver on the Crown's commitments to Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We strive to actively build te Ao Māori perspectives and capability into our day to day work, values and practices.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

This position sits within the Planning and Sector Partnerships Unit responsible for developing and maintaining New Zealand's national emergency management planning framework and partnering with social and infrastructure sectors to build resilience across the 4 Rs in support of communities.

You will support in developing, maintaining and evaluating strategic national CDEM planning framework, supporting doctrine and guidance for lifeline utilities/critical infrastructure with a strong focus on supporting and advocating for risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery practices in the infrastructure sector; including supporting regional planning and capability and capacity building.

This role is highly collaborative, and you will need the confidence and proven ability to develop and manage relationships with lifeline utilities, infrastructure providers, researchers and government agencies and be comfortable with creating new connections.

You will demonstrate the ability to work at pace and to deliver smart solutions to complex problems and provide credible and pragmatic advice in line with legislation, doctrine and best practice.

You will also have a very hands-on role during emergencies fulfilling an operational role during activations of the NEMA National Coordination Centre and/or National Crisis Management Centre.

Ko wai koe | About you

We are looking for a candidate with the following attributes:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, high level collaboration and relationship management skills
• An ability to think strategically with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously and comfortable with ambiguity
• An ability to manoeuvre through complex organisational and political situations
• An ability to operate effectively in a high stress environment and deliver high quality work output under pressure
• The discretion and tact to handle confidential and private information
• Applies the highest standards of personal conduct, honesty and integrity
• Willingness to grow Māori capability and cultural confidence

Huanga Whaiaro | Key requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of emergency management systems, processes and planning
• Experience in developing and implementing functional and operational plans
• Knowledge, understanding and ability to interpret, develop and apply national policies
• Understanding of lifeline utilities/critical infrastructure sectors in a CDEM context.
• Experience in the development of strategic frameworks, national guidance and advice
• Project management experience, using project management methodologies to create the expected outcomes, plan systematically and identify risk

Desirable

• A tertiary qualification in emergency management or related discipline OR an equivalent body of knowledge and experience.
• Understanding of the National Security System model and the national framework for emergency management
• Knowledge of business continuity and / or hazard risk management
• Knowledge of the CDEM Act 2002, the National CDEM Plan, Guide, and supporting plans
• Knowledge of the machinery of government.

Ta matou e tuku | What we offer

We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. We welcome diversity, in all its forms and we believe it is a strength.

All NEMA roles are flexible by default and a positive work life balance is encouraged. 

The salary will be dependent on the capability level of the successful applicant.  Advisors range from $71,857-$79,841 per annum including Kiwisaver employer contributions and Senior Advisors $94,716 - $111,431 per annum including Kiwisaver employer contributions.

Whakaritenga Haumaru | Security Requirements

Due to the security requirements of this role, applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand Permanent Resident.

Me pehea te tono | How to apply

Please select 'Apply' to download a position description or apply. If you have any questions, contact Ajay Makhija on ajay.makhija@nema.govt.nz

Applications close Sunday 28 August 2022

• Do you have engineering or essential infrastructure experience within a local government setting?
• Have an understanding of infrastructure repairs after emergencies?
• Permanent full-time position, based in Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch

We are looking for a proactive, confident individual who is comfortable providing advice on essential infrastructure recovery post emergencies.

Maybe you're looking for the next step in your career, or for a purpose driven job where no two days are the same. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Ko wai mātou | About us

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) provides national leadership to New Zealand's distributed emergency management system. NEMA's primary focus is on the performance and capability of the emergency management system as a whole, across all hazards and all risks and the 4 Rs of risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery. We are going through an exciting phase of growth and there will be more opportunities with NEMA over the coming months.

NEMA values diversity and inclusion. We want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our communities. We value and respect the contributions of our people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives. We support flexible ways of working that bring out the best in you.

We are committed to doing our part to deliver on the Crown's commitments to Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We strive to actively build te Ao Māori perspectives and capability into our day to day work, values and practices.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

The Senior Advisor, Financial Assurance: Essential Infrastructure vacancy sits within the Regional Partnerships Unit. The Regional Partnerships Unit facilitates, connects, and influences regional emergency management system partners and stakeholders in New Zealand enabling positive outcomes for communities before, during and after emergencies.

The purpose of the Senior Advisor, Financial Assurance: Essential Infrastructure is to:

• Engage with local authorities on significant infrastructure rebuild programmes after emergencies and provide expert advice on government funding eligibility
• Ensuring local authority funding requests meet government funding criteria (including special or additional funding requests)
• Work collaboratively with the Financial Assurance and the Recovery teams to process and manage claims submitted to NEMA from local authorities on a timely basis in accordance with principles, standards, and guidelines.

As part of working within NEMA, there may be a requirement to respond to emergency activations in the event of a national emergency response.  This may involve responding to events outside of normal working hours if an emergency response of national significance occurs. 

Ko wai koe | About you

As Senior Advisor, Financial Assurance: Essential Infrastructure, you will bring the following attributes:

• Flexible approach/thinking, able to adapt in constantly changing circumstances
• Comfortable facilitating a collaborative work environment, with a constant eye on completing the objective and goals of the business unit
• High level of judgement with the ability to make effective decisions in complex or conflict situations while maintaining independence
• Anticipates complex problems and watches for tell-tale indicators that warrant intervention
• An ability to deliver high quality work output under pressure

Tohunga & Wheako | Skills & Experience

• A Tertiary qualification in engineering or an equivalent body of knowledge and experience in essential infrastructure
• Minimum 5 years' experience in local authority infrastructure/asset management (or similar experience)
• Experience in project management, including ability to monitor budgets, identify, manage and minimise risks
• Strong communication skills including ability to write formal reports, experience in persuading, influencing, building and maintaining effective collaborative relationships

Ta matou e tuku | What we offer

We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. We welcome diversity, in all its forms and we believe it is a strength.

All NEMA roles are flexible by default and a positive work life balance is encouraged. 

Whakaritenga Haumaru | Security Requirements

Due to the security requirements of this role, applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand Permanent Resident.

Me pehea te tono | How to apply

Please select 'Apply' to download a position description or apply. If you have any questions, contact Radha Gounder, Team Leader Financial Assurance on email radha.gounder@nema.govt.nz

Full-time - fixed-term (Three years)

About the role

The Emergency Management Advisor is a new role established to be a champion within the organisation for all things Civil Defence and Emergency Management (CDEM). This role is responsible for ensuring 24/7 capability to identify and respond to any emergency event through our Emergency Operations Centre, identifying Councils' Reduction, Readiness, Response and Recovery planning requirements and working with Council's Activity managers to develop and implement these requirements, and also supporting delivery of public education and resilience activities. Due to the nature of emergency management, there may be other tasks and responsibilities allocated to the role in accordance with the context of an activation of the Council's Emergency Operations Centre. A key requirement of this role will be the ability and willingness to collaborate with a wide range of people across a range of emergency management related areas and effectively build and maintain ongoing relationships with local level welfare services agencies.

Skills and experience:

• A qualification in emergency management is desired but not essential if relevant and robust work experience can be demonstrated
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, in particular the Civil Defence and Emergency Management Act
• Effective relationship management skills with the ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with all stakeholders
• Experience engaging with communities would be advantageous
• Experience in reviewing and developing response plans, policies and strategies
• Effective communicator who can write reports and make presentations to management and council which are concise, accurate and which can explain technical matters in a manner easily understood by non-specialist people
• Demonstrated ability to exercise tact, discretion and political astuteness in relation to work undertaken and information required
• Demonstrated experience using computer database and mapping systems
• Holder of a current and valid NZ driver's licence

About us

Beautiful beaches and a short journey to or from Wellington make the Kāpiti Coast a great place to live and work. Working for the Kāpiti Coast District Council means being part of a caring, dynamic and effective customer-focused team who makes a positive difference in the community we serve.

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Nienke Itjeshorst, Sustainability and Resilience Manager on 04 296 4700 or free phone 0800 486 486.

Further information about the position and application documents are published on our website at https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/your-council/job-vacancies/all-vacancies/emergency-management-advisor-ref-200/

Applications close at 12pm on Monday, 22 August 2022.