The NZ Walking Access Commission is recruiting regional field staff.
FIELD ADVISOR – CONTRACT ROLE
Part Time
The New Zealand Walking Access Commission is a small Crown entity established in 2008 to enable enhanced walking access opportunities.
They are seeking up to 6 experienced contractors to act as Field Advisors in regions throughout NZ. All positions are part time (approximately 2-3 days a week) and are contract roles.
The Field Advisors represent the Commission and work at local and regional levels with land holders, tangata whenua, recreation groups, central, regional and local government, conservancies, and the public. The Field Advisors role is to facilitate, negotiate and retain walking access in their region.
The Commission is looking for people who have a passion for the outdoors and demonstrate the following attributes:
- an understanding of, and interest in, the rural environment;
- an understanding of land access and related legal issues;
- credibility with landholders, local and regional councils, tangata whenua, government agencies, and local recreation groups;
- proven negotiation and influencing skills;
- good communication skills; and
- a sense of humour and patience.
The role requires the physical ability to visit and inspect places that are relevant to walking access.
These positions are new and will ideally suit people who have a passion for rural New Zealand and recreation.
For more information go to the Commission’s website www.walkingaccess.govt.nz. Please visit our online recruitment supplier www.QJumpers.co.nz and Browse Jobs to apply.
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