Job Description

Senior Analyst, Assurance

Type: Permanent

Location: Wellington-based role

Applications close: 5pm 7th October

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

The focus for the role of Senior Analyst will be the development of simple and pragmatic assurance system tools and processes including; development and integration of standards, building of monitoring and evaluation tools, and the production of high quality reports to build trust and confidence in the wider emergency management system. The Senior Analyst, Assurance will apply their understanding of the challenges facing the emergency management sector, and in particular the Public Sector, to inform the development of a fit for purpose assurance system.

As NEMA is an operational agency, there may be a requirement to respond to emergency activations in the event of a national emergency response. This may include potentially long hours and challenging working conditions, e.g. an emergency could occur at any time of the day or night and may require working shifts and/or working weekends. NEMA provides thorough training prior to you being required to assist in a response. NEMA will do all in its power to support staff in meeting their work and family responsibilities during an emergency. The welfare and wellbeing of our staff is of utmost importance.

Due to the nature of our role in Emergency Management, NEMA has a very dynamic work environment and as a small agency, staff are often required to pivot and change focus on their work at short notice. Attributes of adaptability, agility, resilience and curiosity are all required on a daily basis, in and out of times of emergency response.

Ko wai koe | About you

We are looking for a candidate with the following attributes:

• Ability to self manage, demonstrate initiative and create success in an ambiguous and unstructured environment.
• Flexibility of approach/thinking, able to adapt in constantly changing circumstances.
• Resilience under pressure, including the ability to deliver high quality work and articulate evidence based assessments to a wide range of stakeholders.
• The discretion and tact to handle confidential and private information.

Huanga Whaiaro | Key requirements

• Experience using and developing analytical tools and employing quantitative and qualitative evidence to inform decision making.
• Proven experience in public sector business continuity planning processes.
• Experienced in demonstrating strong analytical and product/service management skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret key stakeholder needs and translate them to operational requirements.
• Experienced in generating evidence-based reports which meet the needs of the primary audience and promote continuous improvement.
• Experience in persuading, influencing, and building and maintaining effective collaborative relationships.
• Sound technical acumen, including a strong working knowledge of relevant applications.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work in emergency response settings and providing surge capacity support where required.

Ko wai mātou | About us

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) provides national leadership to New Zealand's distributed emergency management system. NEMA's primary focus is on the performance and capability of the emergency management system as a whole, across all hazards and all risks and the 4 Rs of risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery.

NEMA values diversity and inclusion. We want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our communities. We value and respect the contributions of our people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives. We support flexible ways of working that bring out the best in you.

We are committed to doing our part to deliver on the Crown's commitments to Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We strive to actively build te Ao Māori perspectives and capability into our day to day work, values and practices.

Ta matou e tuku | What we offer

We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. We welcome diversity, in all its forms and we believe it is a strength.

NEMA values staff health, safety and wellbeing, and a positive work life balance is encouraged.

The indicative BASE salary range for this role is $104,149 - $120,297. Working for NEMA also has a number of other benefits, include Departmental leave, Wellbeing allowance, discounted medical insurance, and more.

Whakaritenga Haumaru | Security Requirements

Due to the security requirements of this role, applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand Permanent Resident.

Me pehea te tono | How to apply

If you have any questions, contact us at NEMATalent@nema.govt.nz. We do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies or 3rd parties.

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