Principal Advisor - Organisational Planning

Job Type: Permanent | Full Time Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Job Category: Government, Defence & Emergency Lead and strengthen organisational planning processes Influence executive and governance decision-making Join a collaborative and supportive team in a values-driven organisation Kaunihera Taiao ki Waitaha About Environment Canterbury As a regional council, we are responsible for managing natural resources including air, soil, water and land. We work in partnership with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu to protect the health of our environment to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for our region. The region’s evolving environmental and political context means we will continue to be agile and adaptive, as we respond to regulatory and environmental changes. Our mahi (work) is organised around the delivery of our three core services: Environmental Regulation and Protection Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards Public Transport Council plays an important role in responding to national legislation and policy changes – this mahi is part of our operating environment and is embedded in our everyday mahi. The current proposals from central government are significant, and Council is working through the opportunities and implications. However, our mahi must continue to deliver our three core services for our partners, communities and te taiao (environment). Kōrero mō te Tūranga | About the Role In this Principal Advisor role, you will lead organisational planning processes that turn organisational priorities into clear, integrated and achievable plans. Working with teams across Environment Canterbury, you will provide trusted advice that supports executive and governance decision-making, and strengthens organisational performance. Key Responsibilities Include L eading and strengthening internal business planning processes so that organisational priorities are translated into clear deliverables Leading the integration of internal planning processes with the Council’s Long-Term Plan and Annual Plan processes Supporting the Council’s Long-Term Plan and Annual Plan processes, including submissions management and deliberations processes Supporting organisational transition planning as required Providing expert advice to senior leadership and other teams on organisational planning Maintaining a strong understanding of local government legislation, statutory planning requirements and central government reform For more information on this role, please refer to the job description at the bottom of the advert. Mōu | About You You are a highly experienced Principal who brings structure, judgement and momentum to complex work. Collaborative and pragmatic, you build strong relationships across teams and use your influence to support delivery. You are highly organised, confident working with large amounts of information and comfortable advising senior leaders in a dynamic environment. You bring strong business acumen alongside a continuous improvement mindset and motivation to lift organisational planning capability. Mātau ā-Wheako | Experience You’ll Have a Degree In Business, Management, Finance, Planning, Public Policy, Natural Or Physical Resource Management Or a Related Discipline Along With At least 10 years' experience in organisational, business or local government planning Proven project management, or programme management skills to maximise delivery against deadlines Strong ability to turn complex information into clear, practical advice for planning and decision-making Sound understanding of dynamic political, statutory or local government environments Excellent relationship management and facilitation skills with senior leaders, managers and cross-functional teams Proven ability to lead change and deliver results through others Ngā hua o te Mahi i te Kaunihera Taiao ki Waitaha | Working at Environment Canterbury Our Mahi Is Underpinned By Our Values Kaitiakitanga (stewardship) Pononga (integrity) Manaakitanga (people first) Whanaungatanga (collaboration) Māiatanga (can do) We understand and embrace a diverse workforce; this diversity will enable us to better serve our people, our community, and our greatest taonga, the environment. We value everyone’s contribution, diverse thinking, and skills. We're on a journey to become a treaty partner of excellence, including incorporating te ao Māori into our work. We offer supportive opportunities to develop capability in this area and encourage our people to use kaupapa Māori, mātauranga Māori, and te reo Māori in our daily work. We welcome you with an open heart & mind, wherever you are on your personal te ao Māori journey. Ko ētahi atu kōrero | Additional Information For a confidential chat about this role please contact Carmen Marsh at [email protected] or by phone on 021 194 1233. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. Me mahi tahi tātou - Together we can #J-18808-Ljbffr