Adviser

Ministry for Primary Industries; Wellington; On-site; NZD 78,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional MPI leave days

Ability to purchase extra annual leave

Annual Wellness payment

Security checks

Job summary

Ministry for Primary Industries in Wellington is seeking an Adviser, Fisheries Contracts Portfolio to provide trusted procurement and contract management guidance across Fisheries New Zealand's research and service contracts. You will coordinate procurement, contracting and portfolio activities with project leads, suppliers and specialist teams to support governance and sound decision-making.

The role involves managing end-to-end procurement, contract actions, risk assessment and reporting while

Qualifications

• Experience providing advice and coordination support in procurement, contracting or structured operational environments.
• Experience coordinating end-to-end process activities, approvals and reliable records.
• Knowledge of government procurement and standard contract management practice is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned projects with documentation and evaluation support.
• Coordinate contract establishment, renewals, variations and closures, tracking actions and records.
• Provide practical procurement and contracting guidance, and assess process risks.
• Maintain schedules, registers and portfolio information; report progress and risks.
• Build relationships with project teams, suppliers, Procurement, Legal, Finance and technical specialists.

Skills

Procurement guidance

Contract management

Governance

Documentation

Stakeholder collaboration

Risk analysis

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in contracts/procurement or related field

Tools

Procurement systems

Contract management software

Job description

Adviser, Fisheries Contracts PortfolioRole type: Fixed Term until June 2027, Full-TimeLocation: WellingtonSalary band & range: General Salary Range F - $77,992 to $90,999 depending on skills and experienceAbout the Role - Korero mo te TurangaThis role provides trusted procurement and contract management advice while coordinating procurement, contracting and portfolio activities across Fisheries New Zealand's research and service contract portfolio. You'll work with project leads, suppliers and specialist teams to support planning, risk management, governance, reporting and sound decision-making.Key responsibilities of this role include:Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned projects, including documentation, reviews, approvals and evaluation supportCoordinate contract establishment, renewals, variations and closures, ensuring agreed actions and records are progressed accurately and on timeProvide practical advice on procurement approaches, contracting requirements, compliance obligations and process risksMaintain schedules, registers and portfolio information, and report on progress, deadlines, risks, issues and exceptionsBuild effective relationships across project teams, suppliers, Procurement, Legal, Finance and technical specialistsContribute to improved templates, guidance, workflows, reporting tools and portfolio systemsAbout You - MouYou are a well-organised and collaborative adviser who can bring structure to complex processes, provide clear and practical guidance, and keep work moving across multiple stakeholders and deadlines.You will bring:Experience providing advice and coordination support in procurement, contracting, projects or another structured operational environmentExperience managing end-to-end process activities, preparing documentation, coordinating approvals and maintaining reliable recordsSound analytical and problem-solving skills, including identifying risks, issues, dependencies and improvement opportunitiesStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, practical adviceStrong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and fixed deadlinesThe ability to build trusted working relationships and collaborate with technical specialists, managers, suppliers and subject matter expertsA relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent experience in contract management, procurement, commercial practice, finance, business or a related disciplineKnowledge of government procurement and standard contract management practice, or experience in government, fisheries, science, research or another regulated environment, would be beneficial.You do not need to meet all of the role requirements to apply. We offer a breadth of development and learning opportunities and will welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit.About the Team - Mo to matou RopuYou'll join the Fisheries Contracts Portfolio team within the Science and Information Directorate, Fisheries New Zealand. The team works across Fisheries New Zealand and MPI to support procurement and contracting for fisheries research and services. You'll collaborate with science, data and information specialists, project leads, suppliers, Procurement, Legal and Finance to help activities progress efficiently, consistently and in line with organisational requirements.About MPI - Mo te Manatu Ahu MatuaOur role includes seizing export opportunities for our food and fibre sector, improving sector productivity, ensuring the food we produce is safe, increasing sustainable resource use, and protecting New Zealand from biological risk.Benefits of working at MPI - Nga hua o te mahi i te Manatu Ahu MatuaAdditional MPI leave daysAbility to purchase extra annual leaveAnnual Wellness paymentSecurity checks - Nga Taki WhakahaumaruThis role require a New Zealand national security clearance. To be considered for this role, you must meet the eligibility criteria set out below.CONFIDENTIAL national security clearanceYou must be a New Zealand citizen, or hold a New Zealand residence-class visa (including permanent residence).You must have a minimum five (5)-year background history that can be verified and assessed by the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine your suitability for a CONFIDENTIAL national security clearance.Find out more about the national security vetting process here and access the eligibility self-check tool here.If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.Are you ready to make a difference? - Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi whaitake?We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapu, whanau and hapori.We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatu Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.To view the position description and/or apply online, please click \"APPLY FOR THIS JOB\" or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it - click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.Applications close at 11.59 Tuesday 20 October.If you have any questions about the role, please email [e-mail] MPI here - Whaia nga tuhononga ki MPI i koneiLinks to Facebook, MPI Careers, LinkedIn, X