Graduate Advisor, International Engagement at Te Rākau Whakamarumaru | National Emergency Management Agency, Wellington
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Interested in being part of the global disaster management community?
- Want to work in emergency management?
- Want to have influence on a new and growing team?
This is an opportunity to coordinate NEMA's international engagements; promote international cooperation and coordination; and enhance disaster readiness and response. We coordinate and manage bilateral and multilateral relationships for NEMA within the international emergency management 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 you will be a key member of the recently formed and growing International Engagement Team and you will support projects and programmes across multiple countries. You will support interagency and external collaboration including with the United Nations, other multilateral organisations and with partner countries. You will also provide administrative and monitoring and reporting support to enable enhanced engagement with stakeholders and team productivity.
The International Engagement Team is responsible for coordinating NEMA's international relationships and engagements; promoting international cooperation and coordination; enhancing disaster readiness and response; and tracking and reporting on NEMA's international activities.
Ko wai koe | About you
We are looking for a candidate with the following attributes:
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Strong organisational skills
- Excellent written capability to present complex ideas in an easily understood format
- International experience (desirable)
Huanga Whaiaro | Key requirements
- Ability to think strategically with strong initiative and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to adapt in dynamic circumstances
- Ability to deliver high quality work output under pressure
- Confident, reliable, resilient demeanour
- High standards of professionalism, integrity and accountability
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 position is within $62,003 - $68,892 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.
The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) and NEMA have adopted a Vaccination Policy which requires all candidates to have a COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate, otherwise known as a My Vaccine Pass (CVC) in order to commence employment.
Me pehea te tono | How to apply
Please select 'Apply' to download a position description or apply. If you have any questions, contact Jacinta Sanders on email Jacinta.Sanders@nema.govt.nz.
Applications close Monday 4 July 2022
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
Employer: | Te Rākau Whakamarumaru | National Emergency Management Agency |
Location: | Wellington |
Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time |
Category: | Graduate |
Date listed: | 10-Jun-2022 |
Closing date: | 04-Jul-2022 |
Reference: | 29715 |
Attachment: | No File Attached |
File links: | FINAL - NEMA JD - Graduate Advisor, IET (June 2022).pdf |
Website: | https://www.civildefence.govt.nz/about/vacancies/ |
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