Corporate Data and Information Support Specialist - Manaaki Whenua

Corporate Data and Information Support Specialist

Are you passionate about harnessing the power of data and digital technology to shape New Zealand's future? Do you thrive in an environment where data, information and records management play a crucial role? If so, Manaaki Whenua is looking for you!

About the opportunity

Manaaki Whenua is the Crown Research Institute that specialises in research on New Zealand's land environment and biodiversity. We are at the forefront of scientific research and innovation, powered by data and digital technology. Our mission is to create, manage, and utilise extensive datasets to drive impactful outcomes for New Zealand. As a Corporate Data and Information Support Specialist, you'll have the chance to make a real difference improving our corporate data and information management to make it more widely available and discoverable, easily accessible and compliant with the NZ legal context.

Primary Responsibilities

• Empower Productivity: Support the company in maximizing the value of corporate information and records and associated systems, enhancing productivity, and enabling informed decision-making.
• Elevate Records Management: Implement best practices in records management to enhance our business operations and align with our legal requirements.
• Champion Data Protection: Lead efforts to ensure the responsible handling of personal information, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

This position is permanent, full time, reports to the Knowledge Services Manager, and is based at our Lincoln site.

About you

You will possess a Tertiary level qualification in Information Management, ideally to post graduate level.  You will also have at least three plus year's relevant work experience ideally in a science or research organisation, or local or central government setting.  We'll be looking for you to have

• Strong demonstrable knowledge of and experience in modern approaches to the management of corporate information
• Experience with administering electronic document and records management systems.
• Knowledge of and application of relevant legislation and associated standards such as the Public Records Act 2005, data privacy and protection and information security.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Outstanding communication skills with experience in training others.

Why Manaaki Whenua

Our land, our future - this is the essence of why Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research exists. At Manaaki Whenua we undertake research that focuses on preserving New Zealand's rich biodiversity, improving biosecurity, and protecting the health of the land, fresh water and soil resources we need for a prosperous future. We recognise the importance of partnerships, the special role of Māori, and the need to ensure that all New Zealanders have the knowledge, understanding, and tools to truly live in harmony with our precious environment. We are recognised nationally and internationally for the quality of our research and work with a wide range of organisations within New Zealand and globally.

Manaaki Whenua embraces diversity and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

What we offer

As an employee of Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, you will work with passionate and talented people in a caring and family friendly environment; enjoy good staff benefits and the opportunity for personal growth and career development.

How to apply

Enquiries about the position may be directed to David Medyckyj-Scott. For further details about Manaaki Whenua-Landcare Research, watch this short clip: Manaaki Whenua and visit our website: www.landcareresearch.co.nz

Applications closes on Thursday 28 January 2024 at 5pm.