Corporate Procurement Specialist at Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake , Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

About the role | Mo te mahi 

We are looking for a Corporate Procurement Specialist to deliver end-to-end procurement processes that support the goods and services needed across the organisation. You'll play a key role in ensuring our procurement practices are fit-for-purpose and aligned with Central Government procurement objectives. 

You'll design and run procurement activity that's proportionate to the value, complexity and risk involved, while providing sound commercial advice and supporting senior colleagues on more complex work. You'll also contribute to team capability by sharing lessons learned and helping strengthen consistent, effective ways of working. 

This is a fixed term opporutnity until 25 June 2027.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Run efficient end-to-end procurement activity that's tailored to the value, complexity and risk of what's being sourced.  

• Offer clear, timely advice on purchasing approaches, contractual arrangements and commercial considerations.  

• Support the delivery of higher-value or more complex procurement work led by senior colleagues, including assisting with tender evaluation and moderation.  

• Assist with drafting contracts (including Government Model Contracts and Consultancy Service Orders) and prepare tender requirements and assessment criteria.  

• Champion continuous improvement – capturing lessons learned, identifying better ways of working and promoting the uptake of tools such as Procure Connect and eInvoicing.  

• Build strong internal relationships and support engagement with suppliers and government procurement partners to enable good procurement outcomes. 

 

Skills & Experience| Nga pukenga me nga wheako  

To be successful in this role you will bring: 

• 1–3 years' experience in a procurement or commercial advisory role, with hands-on involvement across end-to-end procurement activity.  

• A sound commercial mindset, with the ability to assess procurement and contractual arrangements – ideally in a public sector context.  

• A good working understanding of Government Procurement Rules and how they apply in practice.  

• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate procurement advice into practical guidance for a range of stakeholders.  

• Solid relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach, with strong attention to detail and a proactive, self-motivated style.  

• A tertiary qualification in business, commerce, procurement or a related discipline (e.g. Bachelor of Commerce, MCIPS or equivalent) would be an advantage. 

 

What’s in it for you? | Nōu te rourou 

• Hybrid working environment  

• Competitive salary (including 3.5% superannuation) 

• IT home bundle  

• Commitment to your personal development  

• Wellbeing fund | Access to inhouse Wellness Coach 

• 4 weeks annual leave  

 

Why NHC Toka Tū Ake is a great place to work 

Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake is an Aotearoa (NZ) Crown entity that invests in natural hazard research and education as well as providing natural hazard insurance to residential property owners. 

NHC Toka Tū Ake mission is to reduce the impact on people and property when a natural hazard occurs while administering the natural hazard fund.  

Our values define who we are; they influence the way we work with each other and the way we engage with homeowners, stakeholders and with communities, every day.  

• Connection – hononga 

• Curiosity – māhirahira 
• Confidence – māia 

He aha te mea nui o te au – he tāngata he tāngata he tāngata 

What is the most important thing in the world; it is people, it is people, it is people. 

Our commitment is a diverse and inclusive workforce because we know our culture thrives when we get this right.  

We make a difference for all New Zealanders and strive to increasingly reflect the diversity of communities we serve by including and valuing perspectives from all backgrounds including ethnicity, religion, gender, age, accessibility needs, sexual orientation, and national origin. 

 

How to apply | Me pehea te whakauru 

For a more detailed understanding of the position or if you're ready to apply, please visit our Careers website by clicking Apply. If you have any questions about the role or require further information or assistance, please contact us at recruitment@naturalhazards.govt.nz 

Applications close Friday, 17 July 2026 at 12:00pm.   

Note: While we acknowledge that AI can be helpful, we want your application to represent you. Please ensure your CV and cover letter reflect your own voice and experiences. 

Applications sent via email will not be accepted. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close this advertisement early.