At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our goal is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. So we can deliver on our responsibilities, we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us get there. In return, we offer a positive and go-ahead organisational culture, where work/life balance is both respected and valued.Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.The OpportunityOur Information Technology team at the Otago Regional Council is looking for a Senior Applications System Analyst to join the team on a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) basis in our busy Dunedin office.The purpose of this position is to provide configuration and systems administration services for core ORC business systems while ensuring the integrity and safety of the data and applications. The position holder will work alongside IT business analysts and key staff around ORC to recommend and implement improvements to ensure ORC gets maximum value from its business systems.As a Senior Applications System Analyst you will be responsible for:Providing advice to business units and IT business analysts on potential improvements to business systemsCollaborating with business units on process changes and how they can be implemented into business systemsWorking with vendor partners on advanced configurations, or where access restrictions or capacity require itWorking with the Head of Information Security to ensure Information Security practices and provisions are adhered toIf you enjoy working collaboratively to ensure the best use of resources across an organisation, then we would love to hear from you!About YouOur ideal candidate will have:A tertiary qualification in business, information technology, or computer science.Certification or experience in industry frameworks (e.g. ITIL, Prince2, Agile, Waterfall)At least ten years' experience in an IT Systems or Applications Analyst capacity, with at least five at a senior level.Proven experience working across a range of different types of projects and skill competenciesA copy of the full position description is available on our website when you select the link to apply.What we offerWe recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of kakau mahaki | caring, matatika | trustworthy, pono | open and honest, mahi katahi | collaborative, noho haepapa | accountable, wairua auaha | creative, alongside us, regardless of their background.To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:Flexible work opportunitiesLife InsuranceSuperannuationCompetitive remuneration packagesHow to ApplyIf you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received so we encourage you to apply early.All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.Receive job alerts or start applying nowThis site is powered by Snaphire (www.snaphire.com)#J-18808-Ljbffr
