Specialist Adviser Horticulture | National

Job Description

Specialist Adviser – Horticulture

Role type: Permanent

Location: National

Salary Range, GSR C: $117,035 - $136,961 depending on skilsl and experience

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

These roles will be responsible for leading the development of education, advice and projects for the On Farm Support (OFS) in Horticulture including orchard and productions systems.

A key aspect to this role is sharing your expertise within the wider OFS team and to help educate farmers and growers on risks, issues, opportunities and activities.

You will work closely within the OFS directorate, wider Ministry for Primary Industries and lead relationships with external organisations such as industry representatives, research institutes, universities and councils.

Ngā Pūkenga me ngā Wheako - Skills and Experience

To succeed in this role you'll have:

• Post Graduate Tertiary qualification(s) in a related field, or relevant equivalent experience. 
• Advanced technical knowledge and understanding of horticulture systems, including aspects that threaten or enhance their sustainability
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the New Zealand primary sector at an operational and strategic level
• A comprehensive knowledge of the primary sector and the context it operates in
• Significant experience in relationship management including working with farmers and growers
• Extensive existing primary sector networks
• Ability to coach and mentor others
• Action-orientated, focused on delivery, self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision, but remain a team player.
• Well-developed organisational skills with ability to think ahead, prioritise and plan appropriately.

Mō te peka - About the Business Unit

On Farm Support is part of MPI's Agriculture and Investment Services business unit. We work to create a thriving and sustainable future for farmers, growers, primary industries and rural communities, and caring for the health and wellbeing of animals.

Our people have expertise in regional and community support and development, Maori agribusiness, disaster recovery, and animal health and welfare. We also fund innovation and research – through sector, business, and community partnerships across our food and fibre industries.

Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua - About MPI  

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most sustainable provider of high-value food and primary products.

Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua - Benefits of working at MPI

• Annual Wellness payment
• Comprehensive 3-day MPI Induction Programme
• Mentoring and coaching programmes

Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake? - Are you ready to make a difference?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whanau and hāpori.

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatū Ahu Matua a great place to work for all.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.

To view the position description and/or apply online, please click “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 1st December 2024.

If you have any questions about the role, please email Luke.Farrell@mpi.govt.nz