Operations Lead, Maori Conservation & Land Stewardship

New Zealand Government; Opotiki; Presencial; NZD 94.000 - 119.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

New Zealand Government in Opotiki invites an experienced Team Lead to provide operational leadership and oversight of conservation work across Nga Whenua Rahui. You will lead a regional team, manage kawenata agreements, and ensure high-quality conservation outcomes on Maori-owned land.

The role emphasizes partnership building with iwi, hapu and landowners, strategic planning, health and safety, and delivering programmes with a focus on excellence and collaboration.

Qualificações

• Proven experience inspiring, leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong ability to coordinate operational programmes across regions.
• Conservation management knowledge including biodiversity and heritage.
• Excellent relationship management with iwi, hapu, whanau and landowners.
• Understanding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Treaty partnerships.
• Valid NZ driver license.

Responsabilidades

• Provide operational leadership and oversight of conservation activities in Central and Northern regions.
• Lead a regional team delivering programmes and projects for Nga Whenua Rahui.
• Build partnerships with Maori landowners and communities.
• Plan, deliver and monitor conservation work programmes.
• Manage resources, priorities and risk to meet objectives.

Conhecimentos

People leadership

Operational coordination

Conservation management

Relationship management

Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge

NZ driver license

Descrição da vaga

New Zealand Government in Opotiki invites an experienced Team Lead to provide operational leadership and oversight of conservation work across Nga Whenua Rahui. You will lead a regional team, manage kawenata agreements, and ensure high-quality conservation outcomes on Maori-owned land.

The role emphasizes partnership building with iwi, hapu and landowners, strategic planning, health and safety, and delivering programmes with a focus on excellence and collaboration.