About UsOperating for over 30 years, Eco Choice Aotearoa is the country's official ecolabel for goods and services. We're a not-for-profit, trademarked by the Ministry for the Environment. Our mission is to work alongside businesses to minimise their environmental impact, and support Kiwis in making responsible purchasing decisions. Eco Choice is a member of the Global Ecolabeling Network (GEN) and recognised by the likes of the New Zealand and Australian Green Building Councils, Infrastructure Sustainability Council, B Corp and U.S Environmental Protection Agency's Federal Purchasing Programme.The Role The Sustainability Partnerships Manager will play a critical role as the ecolabel goes through an exciting period of business transformation and growth. Reporting to the Head of Strategic Partnerships this role is responsible for researching and actively seeking out business development opportunities, with a strong emphasis on relationship building and management. You will help guide businesses through the regular auditing process and triage any technical queries. Additionally, you will lead/ be involved in other innovative project work to enhance Eco Choice's profile and accessibility throughout Aotearoa.While this position has a sales element, it is not a typical high-volume role. It's about long-term relationships and collaborating for genuine impact. Therefore, a partnering and solutions focused approach is essential.What you'll bringExperience in client facing sales/development roles; Ideally but not essential, some experience working in the sustainability sector in Aotearoa;A genuine interest in sustainability; Enthusiasm for working alongside businesses long-term, to help minimise environmental impact, and raise standards;Solutions mindset, particularly when faced with uncertainty or changing circumstances;Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills;Stakeholder engagement;Confidence using computers and software i.e. Word, Excel;Self-motivated;Pro-active and an ability to work independently in a high trust environment.Why you'll love working with usAs an employee of Eco Choice Aotearoa you'll join a small but capable team, committed to ensuring the sustainability of our motu and planet for future generations. We're a friendly, collaborative and inclusive workplace that offers genuine flexibility and top-notch banter. A hybrid role, you get the best of both worlds - our office in Tamaki Makaurau's CBD is modern, spacious with tones of natural light, close to public transport links / motorway access. We care about our people and providing them with the opportunity to explore, develop and utilise their unique strengths. Study leave is offered by agreement. In addition, we provide five weeks annual leave, a subscription to mindfulness app Headspace and a yearly wellbeing allowance. Our team comes from very diverse career backgrounds. So we encourage all qualified individuals to apply for this role, even if they don't fit all of the criteria. We will also consider pro-rata arrangements.How to applyKeen to join our small but capable team, send your CV and cover letter through today to ******
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