Head of Company Portfolio and Economic Development We're looking for someone with skills in managing a commercial portfolio and providing advice to governance boards to join our Company Portfolio and Economic Development team. This is a fixed term role until 1 September 2025, based in our central Wellington office.
You will be a relationship builder, well-organised, a strong communicator and with a high level of personal integrity. This role offers challenge, variety and the ability to shape our investment approach.
About the role:
You will lead a small team to provide direction and support to council-owned organisations as well as representing GW in various regional economic development programmes. You will work closely with the GM Strategy and other senior officers.
Skills and experience required:
Strong commercial acumen and understanding of business processes
Ability to take a strategic overview of issues facing the organisation
Highly developed written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain positive, durable working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Experience in governance and performance monitoring
What we offer:
Work to suit your life and whanau with our flexible working policy.
We'll encourage you to grow and prosper with a range of learning and development opportunities.
Your wellbeing is our priority - we'll provide trauma insurance, support through our employee assistance programme and generous annual and sick leave, along with Tangihanga leave and support.
We want you to have a sense of belonging, where you can reflect your personal and cultural identity in the way that you work.
Social clubs, staff networks and a friendly and inclusive culture.
Great working environments from the bush to our central Cuba Street or Masterton offices.
How to apply:
Greater Wellington is proud to be a member of Diversity Works. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and welcome the unique talent and experience you will bring to our team.
Click on the Apply link to view the job description and to apply for the role with a cover letter and CV.
Applications close: 5.00pm, Monday 4 November 2024. However, we will be reviewing applications as they come and will interview as soon as possible to secure the right person.
Salary range: The salary range for this position, inclusive of all benefits, is $156,139 to $234,208, with a midpoint of $195,174. Starting remuneration will depend on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand.
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