Planning and Insights Advisor - Scion

Planning and Insights Advisor

Full time permanent

Based in Rotorua

Our team is growing! We are looking for a Planning and Insights Advisor to join our Rotorua based team.

Who Are We?

Scion is a Crown Research Institute that specialises in scientific research and technology development for forestry, wood products, wood-derived materials, and other biomaterial sectors. We are one of New Zealand's leading research and development organisations where we are home to more than 300 science and support staff on our two main campuses in Rotorua and Christchurch. Scion is at the forefront of innovative technology development for standing forests, renewables, bioproducts, energy, and the establishment of a broader based bioeconomy. As a company, we value a culture of enabling employees to pursue innovation and excellence in their science delivery. 

The Role

This role will support the Planning and Insights Manager in the co-ordination of effective organisation wide business planning processes, together with the development and production of meaningful metrics and analytics. Business analyst expertise and the ability to build relationships, understand business needs, and communicate complex information effectively to a variety of audiences will be required to be successful in this role. Importantly you will have a sound understanding of data, data management and data automation, with the ability to support our focus on Impact capture and measurement. 

Scion is entering an exciting period where we have an opportunity to really make a difference and create new pathways in sustainability for our stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with world renowned scientists and truly have a stake in ground-breaking research that is making positive impacts for New Zealand. You will be well supported and have the opportunity to further develop your skill set and corporate leadership.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant Tertiary Qualifications or significant experience
• Significant coordination experience in a complex business planning environment
• Demonstratable capability in Project, Programme, and Portfolio Management (P3M), specifically in in relation to planning, and the production of related insight analytics.
• Proven experience in the production of effective dashboard reporting, including the ability to communicate complex information effectively to a variety of audiences, and enable decision making.
• Highly developed interpersonal and relationship development skills.
• The ability to translate and work between a research or operational environment and a corporate enabling environment.
• Sound understanding of data, data management and data automation.
• High quality written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in reporting and analytical systems.

Scion offer:

• Flexible working options + a 9-day fortnight
• 1 set WFH day + free car parking
• Long service leave and a secure bike shed
• 4 weeks paid annual leave + 3 paid company days
• Opportunities for a fulfilling career that enables outcomes for New Zealand, Aotearoa
• This role has a competitive starting salary and opportunity to grow in accordance with Scion's new competence framework (Scion's REM Band Seven)
• Continuous professional development and opportunities for progression
• Great work location on the edge of Rotorua's world famous Whakarewarewa Forest

See more benefits of working at Scion! and read more about Scion's great mahi

Apply Now, if this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for! Please ensure you submit your application promptly as we will progress with the recruitment process as applications are submitted.

Closing date: 21 January 2024