Senior Advisor Regional Partnerships and Investment

Be part of a newly established team shaping how DOC grows investment into conservationInfluence real-world outcomes, including Predator Free landscape projects and priority regional initiativesPermanent opportunity, Auckland/ Christchurch based locationOur vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa This is your chance to be part of increasing regional investment in conservation and making a visible difference on the ground. He angitūtanga | About the role This is an exciting opportunity to help grow investment in conservation and contribute to meaningful outcomes for nature, communities and future generations. Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience You’ll be a relationship-focused professional who combines commercial acumen with strong stakeholder engagement skills. You’ll be comfortable working across complex environments, identifying opportunities and translating ideas into practical outcomes. Experience developing, managing or growing partnerships, investment opportunities, funding programmes or stakeholder relationships Strong business development, commercial or strategic planning capability Experience developing proposals, business cases, funding applications or investment plans Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret information and provide clear, evidence-based advice Excellent relationship management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders Ability to work collaboratively across teams and navigate competing priorities Understanding or willingness to learn Māori tikanga and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it relates to your work Experience in investment attraction, philanthropy, commercial partnerships or venture development Knowledge of emerging investment models, including nature finance and impact investment Experience working in or alongside the public sector, environmental sector or conservation-related organisations He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What's in it for you? DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default. We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader. Staff benefits: The position will be focused on: Identifying and progressing new investment and partnership opportunities that support regional conservation priorities Working closely with regional operational teams to develop projects and initiatives that attract external investment Developing clear and compelling business cases, proposals and value propositions Building trusted relationships with iwi, businesses, philanthropic organisations, NGOs and community partners Applying commercial and strategic thinking to assess opportunities, impact and return on investment Providing quality advice and insights to regional leaders to support planning, prioritisation and performance Monitoring and evaluating outcomes to ensure investment delivers measurable conservation benefits Salary: $93,656-$126,500, depending on skills and experience. Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment. Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday 19 August 2026. Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Christine Officer at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr