Advisor National Transactions | Kaitohutu Tauwhitinga ā-Motu (Fixed Term)

• Exciting challenge that offers the chance to contribute to conservation
• Excellent opportunity for career development
• Full time, fixed term role until 9 December 2026; Dunedin location

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

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As a National Transaction Centre Advisor, you will be helping with the lifecycle management of contracts ensuring legislative requirements are met. Your role primarily manages the fees, rent and activity levies private business pays to operate on DOC land.

You will also be helping to prepare reports for decision makers, looking at contractual obligations and working closely with the permissions team.

You pride yourself on providing prompt and efficient service whilst processing a wide variety of management tasks.

With the department managing approximately 5000 different types of concessions ranging from grazing to activities hosted by major tourism operators, this is a busy role, and you will be able to prioritise your workload and thrive in a bustling environment.

This is a full time, fixed term, Dunedin-based role to backfill a secondment until 9 December 2026.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

This role calls for someone who is keen to add value to the work we do and be part of a high performing team.

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

• Ability to follow processes, analyse information and apply legislation/policy
• Previous contract management experience is highly regarded
• Experienced in using databases and document controls
• Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail, to drive various processes to a timely conclusion
• Proficient at prioritising and managing busy workloads
• A natural problem-solver who is adaptable and flexible when the unexpected happens
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• A team player with a can-do attitude who can also work independently

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the department's concessions work would be an advantage
• Experience or background in finance

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

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate , thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable , and inclusive by default.

We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader.

Want to know more?

Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now

Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. Please indicate your notice period/start date availability in your application. We’re unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll try to accommodate.

Salary: $65,590–$76,589 depending on skills and experience.

Eligibility: You must hold a valid New Zealand work visa that covers the duration of employment.

Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 2 August 2026 . Please note, interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held on Friday 7 August 2026.

Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries , please contact Suzanne Craik at ***email_hidden***