Senior Advisor, EM Pacific DRM(PM)
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
$ 108018 - 117951
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Senior Advisor Pacific Disaster Risk Management Programme (Project Management)
Term: 24 months (Fixed-term or Secondment)
Location: Wellington-based Only
Lead programme delivery that strengthens resilience and emergency management capability across the region.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi About this role
Were looking for a Programme Manager to manage and drive the Disaster Risk Management Programme. This role is all about making things happencoordinating projects managing budgets and ensuring deliverables are met. Youll work closely with technical experts government agencies and international partners to keep projects on track and outcomes delivered.
What youll do:
- Oversee programme planning governance and reporting
- Manage contracts budgets and procurement in line with government standards
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and lead engagement activities
- Support continuous improvement and monitoring across the programme
- Represent NEMA in key forums and contribute to emergency readiness
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:
- Proven experience in programme and project management ideally in government or international development
- Strong financial and contract management skills
- Ability to manage complex work plans and deliver results under pressure
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Adaptability sound judgment and a collaborative approach
Huanga Whaiaro Key requirements
- Experience as a programme manager ideally in the Pacific or across international development portfolios.
- Flexible adaptable and solutions-focused with sound judgement and political awareness to make effective decisions in complex situations.
- Strong influencing and communication skills including engagement with senior stakeholders.
- Has high standards of professionalism integrity and accountability.
- Willing and able to travel internationally.
- Willing and able to support response on short notice including after hours and weekends.
Ta matou e tukuWhat 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 $108018 - $117951. NEMA offers other benefits such as Departmental Leave Wellbeing allowances Vision Care allowances and more.
Whakaritenga HaumaruSecurity 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 contactInternationalon Please note we will not be available to answer any questions until the 12th January. We do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies or 3rd parties.
To view the full job description please click here.
Applications close 5pm 11 January 2026
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Computer Hardware
- Loan Processing
- Sales Experience
- Continuous Integration
- Iis
- Risk Management
- Banking
- Strategic Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Program Design
- negotiation
About Company
At the Department of Internal Affairs, the work we do makes New Zealand a better place for those born here, and those new New Zealanders who have chosen to call this country home.
