Manager Heritage Assets Central - Ref 241

Manager Heritage Assets Central - Ref 241 at Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, Wellington - Wairarapa Do you have a passion for heritage places and want to make a difference in its conservation and enjoyment? Do you want to have meaningful engagement with iwi and hapu, local authorities, communities and stakeholders, and with visitors and travelers through properties within the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga portfolio ? Full-time for seven months from mid-June 2024 Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga is Aotearoa New Zealand's leading bicultural heritage agency. We provide recognition, protection, and support for heritage places throughout the country. We are looking for an individual with enthusiasm and skill to manage properties, staff, and visitors in our varied heritage portfolio. This role sits within a dynamic regional team that champion heritage - making it relevant for current and future generations.
We're looking for a heritage asset manager to provide oversight for our heritage properties and properties staff in the Central Region, including such places as Old St Paul's, Old Government Buildings, and Te Porere redoubt/pa in the central North Island.
The asset manager is responsible for the conservation, promotion, and management of properties, in accordance with the organisation's strategy. This includes managing and developing business operations, enhancing visitor experiences to promote growth and diversity in our audience, delivering a repair and maintenance programme, and providing motivational leadership to properties staff.
We are seeking a hands-on manager and strategic thinker with experience in team leadership and both operational and project management. You'll need a strong appreciation of our heritage, history, and culture, and an understanding of working in a bicultural organisation. Excellent relationship-building skills, creativity and a high level of emotional intelligence are essential. This role requires some travel and, although not a requirement, experience with heritage could be an advantage.
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team in a stimulating environment!
Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 5 May 2024. Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.
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