The Land Transport Investment and Development Group is responsible for setting revenue and charging policy, forecasting and monitoring revenue collection, allocating funding for the National Land Transport Programme, developing policy for public transport, walking and cycling and access and mobility issues along with providing advice on policy and strategy for land transport infrastructure, both road and rail.
We are seeking candidates who would enjoy working in a team environment where there is scope for considerable autonomy.
You will have strong relationship management skills that fit well with the Ministry’s collaborative approach to developing policy, and you must be able to deal with complex issues, often under constraints of limited time and information.
This is a new role for the Ministry, and provides you with an opportunity to frame how this important function is implemented. You will contribute to assessing the performance of the funding and planning system through monitoring and reviewing selected activities.
Experience in monitoring and evaluation of major infrastructure projects is desirable. Understanding of project appraisal methodology, and application to multi-modal transport activities, would be an advantage.
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How to apply
If this position interests you please forward a copy of your CV, and a covering letter to, People and Development, Ministry of Transport, PO Box 3175, Wellington (email applications@transport.govt.nz). Applications must include a completed Employment Application Form and Self-assessment.
Please quote vacancy number 08/26.
Applications close 5.00pm, Wednesday 16 July 2008.
We are looking for an experienced policy adviser to advance the implementation of the government’s walking and cycling strategy.
You should have good analytical knowledge of the issues affecting walking and cycling and a broader appreciation of sustainable transport concepts, such as travel demand management.
Strong networking, relationship management and influencing skills are desirable as there is proactive element to the role, both within the Ministry and with stakeholders.
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How to apply
If this position interests you please forward a copy of your CV, and a covering letter to, People and Development, Ministry of Transport, PO Box 3175, Wellington (email applications@transport.govt.nz). Applications must include a completed Employment Application Form and Self-assessment.
Please quote vacancy number 08/28.
Applications close 5.00pm, Wednesday 16 July 2008.