Everest - all about people – Tokoroa, North Island
Full-time role with flexibility.
About the company
Everest People is proud to work alongside South Waikato Investment Fund Trust (SWIFT), a community-owned social, education and economic organisation dedicated to the future success of the people of South Waikato.
SWIFT is on a mission to transform the prosperity of the region, now and for future generations to come. By understanding the needs of the community, it identifies opportunities to stimulate, create and invest in a wide range of initiatives. It proactively partners with others to achieve collective impact, being prudent in its decision making to invest, promote and develop, ensuring effective returns for a sustainable future.
From employment and education to support services and infrastructure, it explores new ideas and initiatives, taking them from concept into reality. It acts as a catalyst, leveraging existing business relationships to attract new partners, creating competitive and productive industries. It drives partnerships to uplift, advocate and support those facing hardship, enabling access to a wider range of public services, education and facilities within the community, bringing true meaning to "keeping it local".
Be part of an organisation invested in its community, passionately committed to improving the lives of those in it.
About the role
This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide sound advice and direction to the Board, setting and implementing bold strategies for social and economic investment, which uplift the region and those connected to it. You will;
Identify and lead projects that generate sustainable educational opportunities, support business growth and attract social and economic investment.
Provide sound analysis and advice to the Board and other stakeholders relating to potential investments or funding grants.
Build meaningful partnerships with industry collaborators, philanthropic entities or charities, business operations, iwi and government agencies to regenerate, develop and enhance South Waikato.
Create and promote initiatives that uplift health and wellbeing, enhance workforce capability, improve services, support local industries, all while preserving the community's legacy.
Provide leadership and motivation to a small, dedicated team to achieve targeted outcomes.
Actively promote South Waikato by enhancing its brand, attracting potential visitors, investors and residents to the region.
Skills and experience
Our ideal candidate will have:
Proven leadership and experience in business enterprise, finance or fund management, social, charitable or economic development or related fields.
The ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships, especially with local and central government, advocating in relation to funding opportunities.
Exceptional community relationships and stakeholder engagement across business, iwi and community leaders, ideally within the South Waikato.
A knowledge of and commitment to Tikanga Maori is preferred.
Strong commercial/ business acumen and a genuine commitment to contribute to the region.
The courage to challenge the status quo and promote sustainable futures.
Be the change maker South Waikato needs. Apply now!
For a confidential discussion, please contact Helen Dale on 027 267 9725.
Applications close on Monday 18th November.
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