NEMA Test - Manager, National Operations

Type: Permanent

Location: Wellington

Applications Close:  5pm Monday 22nd September

Are you ready to lead and shape New Zealand’s emergency management operations? Join the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) as the Manager, National Operations, and play a pivotal role in building a world-class emergency management capability for Aotearoa.

As the Manager, National Operations, you will lead the National Operations Unit to deliver operational readiness and response capabilities for New Zealand.

This Includes:

• Setting and maintaining a high-performing team culture.
• Building strong, sustainable relationships across NEMA and the wider emergency management system.
• Leading the development and implementation of operational processes and systems to ensure readiness for emergencies.
• Providing national operational leadership during emergencies, including acting as the National Controller when delegated.

We are looking for a resilient and experienced leader with the following attributes/skills:

Proven experience in emergency management or a related field that required decision-making under pressure and operating in ambiguity, within a complex environment;

Sound knowledge of the CDEM Act 2002, the National CDEM Plan and its Supporting Plans and the Coordinated Incident Management System;

Can demonstrate experience in developing and/or using a National coordination mechanism.

Extensive experience in leading the successful delivery of high-quality outputs and outcomes at an all-of-system level;

Proven experience in managing and developing high performing teams, including managing through change;

Demonstrated experience in building relationships internally and externally for system outcomes.

Working for NEMA means you can make a meaningful difference for New Zealanders by contributing to the safety and resilience of our communities.

Any questions, please contact NEMATalent@nema.govt.nz. The indicative salary range for this role is $202,295 - $220,897 including employer Kiwisaver contributions.

National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is a departmental agency of the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA).  NEMA provides leadership in reducing risk, being ready for, responding to and recovering from emergencies.