Senior Advisor, Operational Readiness and Response

The Senior Advisor, Operational Readiness and Response leads and supports initiatives to strengthen emergency readiness and response capabilities across the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the wider sector. This role provides operational subject matter expertise, develops response arrangements, and collaborates with stakeholders to enhance New Zealand's preparedness for emergencies. The position ensures the National Crisis Management Centre remains response-ready and contributes to key National Operations programmes.