Principal Advisor OIA at Department of Conservation, Wellington Bring your significant expertise in the Official Information Act (OIA).Provide thought leadership to a motivated team.If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thriveDepartment of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Maori, te ao Maori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We do this by:Protecting land, species, ecosystems, and cultural heritage for conservation purposes.Managing threats and adverse impacts.Being a voice for conservation.Connecting people to nature.As Principal Advisor Official Information Act (OIA), you will be responsible for providing technical leadership to the OIA function, to manage risk and enable the delivery of high-quality, timely advice and OIA responses. This is a crucial position, where you will be expected to support the team to deliver on the department's key objectives in relation to the OIA and provide quality review of their work. You will work collaboratively with managers and senior advisors across the department to maintain a good understanding of potential areas of high public interest regarding our work and instil transparency in the OIA process.Key deliverables of the role include:Provide technical support for the OIA and proactive release systems.Enable overall OIA capability uplift across the department through effective coaching and delivery of training opportunities.Support the management of Ombudsman complaints.Develop and deliver an insight and reporting system.Encourage a continuous improvement ethos across the team.You will bring with you;A strong understanding and application of the Official Information Act 1982 and the principles of Open Government.A keen sense of political awareness and a good knowledge of the machinery of Government, including structures and processes.Highly developed analytical skills, and an appreciation of the nuances involved in developing workable solutions to ambiguous and complex problems.An excellent communicator and experienced at influencing at a senior level.Experience in coaching and building capability across an organisation.A relevant tertiary qualification essential (e.g. legal, policy, humanities, or similar) in addition to professional experience.Mo te tima | About the teamThe Government Services team forms part of the wider Public Affairs Group. Government Services develops and owns policies and systems for the Department's engagement with the Minister and Parliament, and for OIA requests, transparency, and Privacy Act matters.Here's your chance to join a fantastic, close-knit team and make a rewarding contribution to conservation.DOC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, creating an inclusive workplace culture, supporting the relationship between Maori and the Crown, and lifting our cultural capability. We encourage our people to bring their authentic self and unique perspectives to work, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to wellbeing and professional development includes:Career development, secondment, and training opportunities to help you realise your goals.Study assistance in programmes that are relevant to your work.Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and discounted medical insurance.Great discounts on DOC accommodation and outdoor apparel and gear so you're ready for your next adventure.Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.The salary range for this position is $108,617 to $137,645 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.Employer: Department of ConservationLocation: WellingtonPosition type: FCategory: Government, Policy, Planning & RegulationNote: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.#J-18808-Ljbffr
