Te whakapakari tahi i tō tātau Taiao – Enhancing our environment together.
Our vision is a healthy environment and a resilient and prosperous community.

About The opportunity | Ko te āheinga:
Are you ready to support good decision-making and accountability Hawke's Bay Regional Council is seeking a Corporate Planning Analyst to join our Strategy & Governance team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your professional skills while contributing to the council's strategic objectives. We value individual growth and will support your professional development through varied activities tailored to your skills and experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting corporate planning functions, including the Long Term Plan, Annual Plan, and Annual Report
• Developing and maintaining organizational performance reporting
• Contributing to public consultations and engagement activities
• Assisting in building a long-term planning culture across the council

This position reports to the Team Leader, Strategy & Performance, and is crucial in helping HBRC achieve its vision of a healthy environment and a resilient, prosperous community.

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:
If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for making a difference in your community, and you have the skills to drive organisational performance and planning, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Join us in shaping the future of Hawke's Bay!

We're looking for a dedicated professional with:

• Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong working relationships
• Adaptability and innovation in the face of change
• An understanding of local government processes (desirable)
• A Bachelor's degree in policy, planning, communications, political science, or a related field
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Word, Excel and Power Point

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:
The salary range for this role is between $69,750 to $77,500 and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
Other benefits of working for our team include:

• Flexible working options to support work/life balance
• 5 weeks annual leave after 3 years
• 4% superannuation after 3 years
• Life insurance and income protection
• Subsidised eye tests and lenses, flu vaccinations, and other well-being initiatives
• Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a supportive working environment.

See a full list of our staff benefits here
As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We recognise that collaborative and innovative organisations depend on having a workforce made up from a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. We're all about excellence, and we encourage open communication – if you need any specific support, just let us know! Our main goal is to empower each person to share their unique talents to contribute to the outcomes for our community. This commitment ensures that our workplace is a dynamic and progressive space where everyone can flourish.
HBRC is responsible for Civil Defence emergencies and as such, all staff may be called upon to support the response.

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru:
Applications close 14 September 2024 but we may close earlier if the right candidate is found.
View the full job description here.
Please apply through Seek. If you would like any further information regarding the role, please email recruitment@hbrc.govt.nz.
Applicants must have existing rights to work in New Zealand.

About us | E pā ki a mātou:
At Hawke’s Bay Regional Council our purpose is to work with our community to protect and manage the region’s precious taonga of rivers, lakes, soils, air, coast and biodiversity for health, wellbeing and connectivity. Our organisation is diverse and our work is varied. Our structure comprises of six key business units; Corporate Services, Integrated Catchment Management, Asset Management, Māori Partnerships, Policy & Regulation, and the Executive Advisory Group which also consists of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

We focus on prioritising:
Te kounga o te wai, te haumarutanga me te mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi o te whakamarutanga | Water quality, safety and climate-resilient security.
Kia koi, kia toitū hoki te whakamahinga o te whenua | Climate-smart and sustainable land use.
Kia ora, kia āhei, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki te rerenga rauropi | Healthy, functioning and climate-resilient biodiversity.
Kia toitū, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki ngā ratonga me ngā hanganga ā-whare | Sustainable and climate-resilient services and infrastructure.
15 August 2024