Senior Advisor, Vector Control, Planning and Integration

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Aug 4, 2026

About this job

We are currently seeking a dedicated full-time Senior Advisor, Vector Control, Planning and Integration to join our team based in Thorndon, Wellington. At OSPRI, our work is guided by strong values and a clear purpose. We exist to strengthen and protect New Zealand’s livestock industries through excellence in disease management and traceability, supporting farmers, communities, and the primary sector to thrive. Our culture is shaped by core values that define how we work every day, remaining purpose-led to stay focused on what matters most and the impact we are here to create.

In this pivotal advisory role, you will be instrumental in supporting our vector control initiatives, strategic planning, and operational integration efforts. You will work collaboratively across teams to ensure our disease management programmes are effectively planned, integrated, and executed to protect New Zealand’s primary industries.

Key responsibilities in this position typically include:

Providing expert advice and strategic guidance on vector control planning and operational integration.
Collaborating with internal teams, industry partners, and stakeholders to align disease management objectives.
Developing, reviewing, and refining plans and frameworks to support efficient programme delivery.
Analysing information and reporting on progress, risks, and opportunities within vector control activities.
Contributing to a purpose-led work culture that supports our people, farmers, and partners.

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong professional capability in planning, advisory, or integration functions, ideally within a related sector. You will possess excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach to teamwork, and a genuine alignment with our core values of purpose and partnership. If you are passionate about making a tangible impact on New Zealand’s primary sector and livestock industries, we welcome your application.