Kaitohu Matua Āorere - Senior International Advisor, International Team

• Support conservation through providing advice on the international context for conservation, and international agreements and collaboration
• Help our seabirds to thrive and protect them from threats throughout their ranges
• Develop your career alongside international treaty negotiation experts

Work with New Zealand's international partners to advance New Zealand's interests through the development of conservation policy and collaboration, whilst developing experience in international negotiations.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa. 

Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

He angitūtanga | About the team and Role 

As a Senior International Advisor you'll have an important role in contributing to the advancement of conservation outcomes in Aotearoa, the Pacific region and across the globe. You'll be developing advice on the development on New Zealand's international conservation policy and commitments, and representing New Zealand in international fora, as required. In this role you will have a particular focus on developing advice on, and delivering, New Zealand's international seabird strategy to address fisheries threats to seabirds.

Working as part of a wider interagency team, you'll collaborate on the development and implementation of an ambitious international strategy focused on: influencing international policy and commitments; implementing international agreements and demonstrating leadership; and collaborating, sharing, and building conservation knowledge. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to wider international engagement, including DOC's role in the International Union for the Conservation of Nature.  You'll work closely with our key partners to support the delivery of the Government's international conservation obligations and priorities.

Mō te tīma | About the team

The International Team is part of DOC's Policy Directorate, whose overall role and purpose is to advise the Government on the best frameworks and settings to deliver on outcomes for conservation.

We have a team of 7 amazing Senior International Advisors, who have extensive experience both in policy and in international environmental negotiations, so you'll be well supported as you develop into the role! “I've worked alongside people from all over the world committed to solving some of our biggest environmental problems” - Simon

For more information regarding the work of our team and international engagement, visit: DoC website - International Engagement

He kōrero mōu | Skills and experience we are looking for 

• Experience in policy analysis, preferably in an international context
• A background or keen interest in the environment and conservation
• Good cultural capability demonstrated by through effective iwi and hapū engagement 
• Experience building alliances and influencing

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?

The Department of Conservation /Te Papa Atawhai places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.  We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. 

You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for the role. Please let us know if you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The salary range for this position is $95,706 - $128,271. Salary will be negotiated with the successful candidate based on their level of relevant skills and experience.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59pm, Sunday 10 November 2024.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Kate at ktriplow@doc.govt.nz.

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1826694