• Drive public education and engagement for disaster risk reduction
• Join a values-driven organisation committed to environmental stewardship
• Enjoy flexible working and professional development opportunities

Kaunihera Taiao ki Waitaha │ About Environment Canterbury

Waitaha - our Canterbury region - is like no other and we are proud to call it home. We have the privilege of working with Papatipu Rūnanga, stakeholders and our wider community to protect our environment, including water, land and air through regulation and planning. As a Regional Council we're responsible for flood protection, public transport, civil defence, and more.  

Together we're taking action to shape a thriving and resilient Canterbury, now and for future generations. Toitū te marae o Tāne, toitū te marae o Tangaroa, toitū te tangata | if the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive. 

Kōrero mō te Tūranga | About the Role

This role leads the development and implementation of the Community Resilience, Public Education and Engagement portfolios within the Canterbury Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Group. You’ll ensure communities are informed, prepared, and empowered to reduce risk and respond effectively to hazards. As Advisor Community Resilience you will be a key member of our Risk Reduction and Resilience team. You will report to the Team Leader Risk Reduction and Resilience

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and deliver public education and risk management programmes
• Lead multi-agency emergency management projects and stakeholder engagement
• Provide expert advice and mentoring to build emergency management capability
• Contribute to policy development and best practice standard
• Fulfil a senior response role during emergencies

This role requires participation in the Group Emergency Management Office “Duty Officer” role on an agreed weekly roster over a 4 - 6 week cycle. 

For more information on this role, please refer to the job description at the bottom of the advert.

Mōu │ About You

You’re a proactive communicator and relationship builder with a strong background in emergency management, communities and community engagement. You’ll have a passion for building resilience, cohesive communications, fostering partnerships and navigating complex multi-agency settings. You thrive in collaborative environments and can lead initiatives that make a real difference.

If you value cultural inclusivity, understand the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and are committed to working alongside iwi and communities to create safer, more prepared futures then we would like to hear from you.

Mātau ā-Wheako | Experience  

• A degree in Emergency Management or relevant tertiary qualification
• Strong knowledge of the National CDEM Strategy and Plan
• Proven experience in planning, communications, and stakeholder engagement
• Emergency management and/or project management experience (desirable)
• A full driver’s licence and ability to travel across Canterbury

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

Applications close on Sunday, 16 November.  Applications will be reviewed as we receive them, and interviews may take place before the close date. We reserve the right to close advertising early.  

Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. 

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