Senior Community Planning and Readiness

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

 
Auckland Council’s Emergency Management team has an opportunity for a 6-month fixed term, full time Senior Community Planning & Readiness Advisor to join this dedicated and passionate team. 
 
Reporting to the Team Manager of Community Planning & Readiness, this essential role involves leading emergency efforts with local boards and their communities. 
 
Your responsibilities include developing and implementing emergency readiness and response plans, as well as facilitating conversations to help communities and local boards prepare for emergencies. Your approach will be customized to meet the unique needs of each community and local board.
 
This role will be required to participate in the CDEM on call and stand-by emergency response system, including participating in the 24/7 duty team roster and be required to support emergency response during activation to provide capability to a variety of function leads under the CIMS structure.
 
You could expect to work on:
•    Identifying and building relationships with community leaders, local boards and elected members to ensure active involvement in emergency readiness and planning conversations
•    Drafting and maintaining the Local Board Emergency Readiness and Response Plans
•    Organise and facilitate workshops and engagement sessions with a variety of stakeholders to gather valuable local insights.
•    Attending community events and networking opportunities to promote and advocate for community and local emergency preparedness
 
He kōrero mōu: About you
 
Delivering on challenging outcomes, excellent stakeholder engagement and a strong understanding of emergency management principles will feature in your skill set. 
 
As Senior Advisor you will bring an analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex situations and develop innovative solutions. 
 
We are specifically looking for:
•    Knowledge of the Auckland region's geography, demographics, and cultural nuances, with an emphasis on integrating this knowledge into emergency plans
•    Experience in emergency management, community engagement and/or disaster planning is preferred. 
•    Strong written and facilitation skills to plan and conduct workshops, facilitation discussions and stakeholder inputs for planning processes
•    Familiarity with relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices in emergency management.
 
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
 
Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.6 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change.
 
In return for your hard work, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment. 
Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.
 
You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts! 
 
Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!
Applications close: 14 November 2024
Salary Range: 100-115k
 
You can find a copy of the position description HERE
 
Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing