Senior Advisor, Strategic Planning and Performance at Climate Change Commission, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and passionate Senior Advisor to join us and create positive change for Aotearoa New Zealand. 

• Be part of a supportive, influential, and high-performing organisation
• Help shape and deliver the strategy, performance and planning systems
• Gain exposure, experience and knowledge of the climate action ecosystem in New Zealand
  
  

About us 

He Pou a Rangi Climate Change Commission (the Commission) is an Independent Crown Entity established under the Climate Change Response Act 2002.  

Our purpose is to provide independent, expert advice to the New Zealand Government on both mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change, and to monitor and review the Government's progress towards its emissions reduction and adaptation goals. The Commission plays a key role in New Zealand's framework for developing and implementing clear and stable climate change policies. 

About the position 

This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of Aotearoa New Zealand's transformational efforts to create a sustainable, net-zero emissions economy. You will be joining an organisation of highly skilled policy experts, scientists, modellers, and managers with a passion for tackling climate change and delivering outstanding public service. Our work is defined by excellence, integrity and inclusion and we provide the opportunity to develop professional skills and experience in a stimulating and rewarding environment.

The Senior Advisor plays a critical role in delivering the Commission's key accountability documents and helps to shape and implement its strategy, performance and planning products and processes. Sitting within the Strategy, Engagement & Corporate Services business group, and reporting to the Strategy & Performance Manager, the Senior Advisor's work cuts across the whole organisation. This provides a unique opportunity to understand and influence how the Commission operates, both internally and externally with key stakeholders.

About you 

• A keen professional interest in and understanding of organisational performance, planning and strategy and a passion for driving innovation and improvement
• A strong track record in performance and reporting roles, ideally with Crown Entities or in the public sector
• Sound understanding of the machinery of government, public sector processes and systems, including the accountability cycle
• Can-do attitude with a high level of comfort working in an evolving environment associated with a growing organisation
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and strong analytical ability
• Ability to build and maintain relationships and networks with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Highly effective planning and organisational skills, including time management and prioritising work

How to apply

Click on the APPLY button below in order to be directed to the Central Agencies Jobs website.  You may view a position description at this site, as well as complete the on-line application, and upload a CV and cover letter. For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our on-line process. 

Applications close at 9 am on Monday 4 July 2022. For further questions regarding this role, please email recruitment@climatecommission.govt.nz. 

Please note interviews may commence with suitable candidates prior to the closing date, we will consider secondees from other agencies.

To be considered for this role you must be currently residing in NZ and able to live and work in NZ.