Al Morrison, Director-General of the Department of Conservation.
The Business Services Group ensures that DOC has the business systems, tools and support it needs to achieve its missions and objectives.
The Capability & Engagement Group builds the skills and leadership capability of people to engage productively in conservation and communicates the value of conservation near and far.
Kāhui Kaupapa Atawhai ensures that DOC fulfils its responsibilities to Māori under the Conservation Act; manages DOC's funding teams; and monitors the activities of the Queen Elizabeth II National Trust.
The Operations Group manages the operational business of DOC across 11 regions (conservancies) and delivers many of DOC's outcomes.
The Policy and Regulatory Services Group leads strategic policy and DOC's input into Treaty settlement negotiations; manages ministerial and OIA requests; supports the NZ Conservation Authority and NZ Fish and Game Council; and manages legal services for DOC.
The Science and Technical Group focuses on the long-term improvement of conservation delivery, through new and improved systems and processes, grounded in science and manages DOC's obligations under international conservation agreements and other international initiatives.
Publications about DOC
Annual Report
Conservation management strategies and plans
National Park management plans
Policies and plans
Contact:
National Office
Conservancy Offices