Job Description
This role has been identified as a likely alternative to border staff
Senior / Regional Analysts – Rural Communities & Farming Support
Ma tau rourou, ma taku rourou, ka ora te iwi (with your contribution and my contribution the people will prosper)
We have two Senior/ Regional Analysts roles based in a regional office in Palmerston North, Napier or Gisborne.
Korero mo te turanga - About the role
This is an opportunity to be part of an exciting team that supports the primary sector and rural communities to be thriving, sustainable and resilient.
The roles will be part of the Rural Communities and Farming Support Directorate, and have the chance to lead and participate in some key pieces of work, including:
Supporting rural communities, farmers, growers, and their families through changing times and challenging situations. We have a key role in responses and recovery following adverse events affecting the primary sector and rural communities.
Providing regional intelligence on issues and opportunities affecting the primary sector and rural communities, and advice / and on the ground perspective into policies, programmes and services.
Nga Pukenga me nga Wheako – Skills & Experience
To be successful, we are looking for people who have the following attributes:
Experienced analyst, ability to think critically and provide intellectual leadership
Relevant technical experience and qualifications, such as a background in economics, applied sciences (e.g. agriculture), public policy or resource management, and able to apply this expertise across the primary sector and rural communities
Knowledge of the Machinery of Government
Excellent relationship management skills, able to relate to a range of key regional and sector stakeholders, and front and resolve complex issues
Excellent communication skills, including an ability to prepare high quality advice (written and verbal) and credibly represent interests
Ability to apply a high degree of independent initiative within MPI frameworks.
Local and primary sector knowledge and networks relevant to this role.
Project / programme management skills
If this sounds like you and you have the motivation and desire to be successful within a strong team of professionals, then we want to hear from you!!
Mo te Manatu Ahu Matua - About MPI
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is responsible for ‘Growing and Protecting New Zealand'. It's no mean feat, and we have a team of hard working and passionate people in a variety of roles both on the ground and in the office supporting us to make this happen.
MPI has a focus on career pathways and we will work with you to help you grow.
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Me pehea te tuku tono - How to apply
To find out more about the Ministry and what we do, please click here
If you want a career where you help to grow and protect New Zealand in a very real way then this could be it. Our team is collegial, supportive and hard working. MPI has a focus on career pathways so take this step in your career with us and we will help you develop.
To view the position description and/or apply for the role (submitting a cover letter and current curriculum vitae), please click on “APPLY NOW” or visit the MPI Careers site. For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
To apply for this role 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: 12th July 2020
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katrina Minx, Senior Recruitment Adviser on 04 831 4908 or **********.
The Ministry for Primary Industries is committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values inclusion and diversity. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to our communities in Aotearoa. In return you'll enjoy an inclusive and flexible working environment in a diverse team of people while you're growing your career here in NZ and internationally. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so that we can assist you through the recruitment process.
