Senior Adviser Surveillance (Aquatic)

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced aquatic health expert with strong data analysis skills, particularly in data modelling, to join our team. The successful candidate will join MPI's aquatic animal health expertise network and work alongside a multidisciplinary group of trusted specialists who all share a passion for biosecurity and operational excellence.

We operate in a dynamic high trust environment in order to effectively contribute to New Zealand's biosecurity system. Our focus is on Surveillance and Incursion Investigation, essentially looking for and investigating biosecurity risks. Our aim is to reduce biological risk to our unique environments and protect the integrity and reputation of New Zealand's primary industries.

Along with developing and delivering MPI's aquatic surveillance programmes, you'll provide subject matter expertise across MPI and build relationships with key stakeholders to ensure the effective operation of our aquatic surveillance work.

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Post-graduate university qualification in relevant aquatic/data science/veterinary science/epidemiology science discipline
• 5+ years relevant technical/professional experience
• Knowledge of/experience with marine/biosecurity surveillance system development and/or management
• High level of data analysis, management and information technology
• Analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Work effectively with industry (e.g. aquaculture), iwi groups, research providers, and other MPI staff and government agencies
• High level of information technology skills and a good knowledge of information systems
• Excellent written skills: a demonstrated ability to produce written material that is concise, fluent, and clearly presented
• Ability to plan, set priorities, and meet deadlines
• Understanding of health and safety and quality management principles

You will be a team player with excellent leadership and communication skills, sound judgment, and an ability to think outside of the square. You will also have the ability to work under time and political pressure.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about the role, please email Melissa Heaney: melissa.heaney@mpi.govt.nz

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