Board and Statutory Support Officer (Fixed term)

• Gain valuable regional experience in statutory and community work across the Central North Island, working alongside an experienced and passionate team.

• Provide high-quality administrative and coordination support to Boards, Committees, iwi and community partners.

• Contribute to the delivery of statutory projects across the region, including monitoring and coordinating permissions processes.

• Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities across the organisation.

• Salary ranges from $65,070 - $75,981 based on skills and experience

• 6-month full-time, fixed term opportunity | based in Taupō, however may consider Tūrangi or Whakapapa for the right candidate.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Are you an experienced coordinator or secretariat professional looking to apply your skills in a role with real purpose and impact?

As the Board and Statutory Support Officer, you’ll be a key member of the Regional Operations Taupō team. You’ll provide high-quality statutory support, administrative services and project coordination to Conservation Boards, Reserve Management Boards, Strategic Advisory Committee’s and the wider regional team.

This role supports DOC’s kaupapa of delivering strong conservation outcomes, grounded in our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. You’ll be motivated, detail-focused and driven to deliver consistently high-quality work, while being inspired by our shared purpose and values.

Some travel within the region is required, with occasional overnight stays.

The position will be focussed on:

• Providing administrative, secretariat and project coordination support, including coordination of Official Information Act, Ministerial and Parliamentary requests, document management, word processing, and administrative support for public notification processes

• Delivering personal assistance to Manager, Board & Committee Chairs, including meeting coordination, minute-taking, drafting correspondence, arranging travel, and supporting financial processes.

• Supporting communications activities such as newsletters, surveys, presentations, website content and reports.

• Co-ordination and monitoring of the regions regulatory and permissions processes including task delegation and reporting.

You’ll work collaboratively with multiple teams and external partners, building strong, positive relationships with iwi partners and community groups while creating opportunities for professional growth and development.

Click here for the Role Description

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

We’re looking for someone who is adaptable, organised and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:

• Proven experience in administrative processes and services.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.

• The ability to use initiative and sound judgement when handling critical tasks.

• Professional interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

• A customer-focused mindset.

• A proactive, motivated approach and enjoyment of a busy work environment.

• The ability to contribute positively to a high-performing, engaged team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook

• Full New Zealand Drivers Licence

Desirable:

• Knowledge and understanding of Tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori, or a willingness to learn and engage.

• An understanding of government processes, ideally with experience or knowledge of DOC systems and ways of working.

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Regional Operations Group is responsible for delivering conservation work on the ground through our biodiversity, recreation/historic, community engagement and visitor centre teams.

The Central Plateau team are an enthusiastic, diverse and close-knit team passionate about their rohe - the place we live. We have fantastic team culture, with flexibility and wellbeing a priority. Working collaboratively with iwi, the team foster lasting relationships that create big changes for the future of our environment.

He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What’s in it for you?

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.  We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.  You can learn more about what we offer here.

We support flexible work arrangements for our kaimahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.

Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $65,070 to $75,981 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday 5th March 2026.

Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Karen Rainbow, Statutory and Community Manager at [email protected]