Chief Executive - Auckland, New Zealand - Ichor Leadership SearchLed by the vision, "Antarctica and the Southern Ocean - valued, protected, understood", Antarctica New Zealand is the Crown entity responsible for developing, managing and executing New Zealand government activities in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. This includes accountability for Scott Base, the Antarctic research station which supports science in the Ross Sea region. Building on New Zealand's research in Antarctica over six decades, Antarctica New Zealand has a strong commitment to the natural environment, and is recognised as a leader in the international treaty system. Its core values reflect a high-performance organisation underpinned by a culture of shared beliefs.Key Responsibilities:Chief Executive with prior experience in fostering cohesive organisational cultures that support collaborationEffective strategic and people leadershipOverseeing an organisation with complex health and safety requirementsAchieving the completion of the new Scott Base Redevelopment planDesired Profile and Capabilities:Visible and engaged people leader, who is comfortable working within complex operating environmentsExpertise in strategy development and execution, with the capacity to drive innovation and change within a scientific research-based organisationBlend of political savvy and commercial acumen to work credibly with a wide range of local and international stakeholdersExceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to front and manage mediaPrior exposure in a CE role (or significant second-tier roles) with Board reporting experienceAffinity with the science and research sector is essential.This role is based at Antarctica New Zealand's corporate office in Christchurch and will require frequent travel.Confidential enquiries and applications should be directed to Vishnu Nair or Guy Brew at Ichor Leadership Search by 5.00pm on Friday 15 November 2024.Email us at ************ or call +64 4 499 8230.
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