• Varied role supporting the wide variety of purchases DOC undertakes to support greater conservation outcomes.
• Entry level role gaining experience in a government organisation with career progression opportunities.
• Permanent, full-time position based in Wellington; flexible working supported.

Toitū te marae a Tāne, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata

If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive

At Te Papa Atawhai, Department of Conservation (DOC) we express our spirit of service and serve Aotearoa through our purpose, Papatūānuku Thrives. Our organisational strategy, Te Kaupapa a Te Papa Atawhai, puts nature and people at the heart of everything we do. It is anchored by te reo Māori and te ao Māori, recognising that Te Tiriti o Waitangi and our whānau, hapū and iwi are central to all our mahi.

He angitūtanga | About the role

The Te Tātai Atawhai Project has just launched within DOC and is bringing us in line with all of government best practice standards, updating our finance, asset management and procurement systems linking it all together with SAP S/4HANA. This has made our mahi more streamlined and we are able to work smarter and secure better Conservation outcomes. As an outcome of this Project we have new roles within the Procurement team.

As the Purchasing Officer you will ensure the accurate and timely processing of purchase requisitions, purchasing contracts, blocked invoices, and amendments to purchase orders as required. DOC’s mahi is varied and diverse and you will provide purchasing support for a variety of contracts including, but not limited to, cleaning, huts, tracks or bridges, road maintenance or pest control. You will provide support to internal stakeholders on these projects. You will work closely with the wider business share information, processes, and system improvements.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

With your previous financial system experience you will have good attention to detail with great computer literacy. You will be known for your strong written and verbal communication skills and collaborative working style.

You will also:

• Have knowledge of purchasing or procurement principles and processes
• Have analytical, conceptual and critical thinking skills
• Understand ERP systems – preferably SAP
• Have well-developed computer skills including MS Office Word and Excel
• proactively develop effective relationships with internal stakeholders

Mō mātou | About us

Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, and to creating an inclusive workplace culture. Our Te Kaupapa behaviours of whakatīnanatia (we deliver), atawhaitia a Papatūānuku (we love nature), whakawhānaungatanga (we build relationships) and whakaauaha (we innovate) guide what we need to do for Papatūānuku to Thrive.

Ko ngā hua | What we offer

We take pride in enabling our kaimahi to bring their unique perspectives to mahi, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:

• Flexible working options where applicable
• Te Pukenga Atawhai – Cultural Capability Development Programme
• Active employee networks, Te Kāwai Aho Tapu – Māori Kaimahi Network, Rainbow Network

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Submit a tailored CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience, and alignment to our Kaupapa. The salary range for this position is $53,776 to $68,714 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 5 pm on Sunday, 7 August

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Debbie Fahey Senior Recruitment Advisor at dfahey@doc.govt.nz or 027 286 2746

Taupānga| Job Reference: DOC/100/8038/1

COVID-19 Vaccination requirement – From 4 May 2022 our Vaccination Policy, requiring all employees to be vaccinated, has been suspended but may be reinstated in the future if the COVID-19 situation changes. Positions that are identified as high risk will still have a requirement for appointees to be vaccinated. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to commencing for these positions will be required and applicants will be notified during the recruitment process if this condition will apply.

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

Visit www.doc.govt.nz to find out more about a career with us.