Kaiwhakahaere | Executive Officer

The New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) works for a just and compassionate society in Aotearoa New Zealand. NZCCSS has six members: the Anglican, Baptist, Catholic and Presbyterian social service agencies, as well as the Methodist and the Salvation Army churches.

Mo te tūranga | About the role

The role of Kaiwhakahaere – Executive Officer at NZCCSS offers a unique and impactful opportunity to lead an organisation at the forefront of social justice in Aotearoa New Zealand. We are seeking a visionary leader with strategic insight, a deep commitment to social justice, and the ability to advocate on behalf of marginalised communities, particularly in areas such as child and family welfare, poverty, exclusion, and elder care.

Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Leadership: Guiding the Secretariat team and the broader work programme of the Council, ensuring that policy advice on critical social issues is developed and effectively communicated.

Policy Advocacy: Representing NZCCSS’s policy positions to government and other stakeholders through submissions, meetings, and events.

Relationship Building: Engaging with key stakeholders across sectors, including government, member organisations, the voluntary sector, and the community.

Communications Oversight: Working closely with the Communications Advisor to ensure NZCCSS’s messaging is clear, strong, and effectively communicates its mission to stakeholders.

Resource Development: Identifying new funding opportunities and ensuring the sustainability of the organisation through effective fundraising and subscription management.

Mōu ake | About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for social justice and a demonstrated ability to lead with empathy and vision.
• Expertise in strategy and policy development, with an ability to influence and advocate effectively at all levels.
• Strong financial management skills and experience in overseeing funding agreements and member subscriptions
• Experience in building and nurturing relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government, NGOs, and community organisations.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a deep understanding of its implications in a social services context.

Te Whiwhinga Mahi | The Opportunity

This is a leadership role that will allow you to make a tangible impact on Aotearoa New Zealand's social landscape, advocating for the rights and wellbeing of the most vulnerable members of society. If you are motivated by social justice and have the skills to lead and inspire others, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the vision of a more just and compassionate society.

Salary: $145,000 to $160,000 per annum

Location: Wellington preferred

Hours of work: This is a full-time position that offers genuine flexibility and hybrid working options.

Me pēhea te tono | To apply

To apply, you will need to submit your cover letter and CV by 9:00 am on Wednesday, 27 November 2024.

For a confidential conversation about the role, contact Jane Temel at 021 499 902 or jane.temel@nicherecruitment.co.nz.

About the role

This newly created leadership role that sits on the executive leadership team and is based in Wellington.

You will be accountable for ensuring that Audit New Zealand is a high-performing professional services practice, and you will be responsible for the overall management of Audit New Zealand’s service delivery.

The primary objectives of this role are to ensure that quality audits are completed on time and to budget, to lead effective strategic and business planning on behalf of Audit New Zealand, and to monitor business performance to support the Executive Director and the Executive Leadership Team to effectively govern the organisation.

In this highly collaborative role, you will work closely with the cohort of Audit Directors, the Corporate Services Group, the General Manager Workforce Development and Support, and the wider Executive Leadership Team focused on continuous improvement across the organisation.

About you

We are seeking an experienced leader with a strong background in professional services, who brings a high level of professional credibility, an inclusive and approachable working style, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

To be successful in this role, you will offer:

• Considerable experience in a senior leadership role within a professional services setting, leading geographically dispersed teams and functional areas.
• Experience delivering technology led innovation in a professional services business.
• Significant experience in developing and implementing successful business and operational strategies and plans.
• Demonstrated experience in identifying and driving business change initiatives to positively influence individual and business-wide performance and culture.
• Demonstrated experience of working at an executive level to communicate with, negotiate with, and influence senior leaders in a complex organisation.
• A good understanding (or ability to develop a good understanding) of the parliamentary and public sector environment, the political context of government, constitutional principles and practice including commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the Public Audit Act 2001.

Apply now

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume by the closing date of 9am Monday, 25 November 2024. For a copy of the position description or a confidential discussion, contact Carl Church, Managing Director, Niche Recruitment on 021 1666441 or email carl.church@nicherecruitment.co.nz.

Chief Operating Officer

• Executive leadership role
• Highly successful NZ-owned company
• Hamilton based

Newly created executive leadership role driving continued operational excellence and strong customer relationships.

About Hill Labs

Hill Labs is a highly successful New Zealand-owned and operated family business that was established in 1984 and continues to grow and consolidate its position as the country’s leading analytical testing organisation.

Currently employing over 500 staff, with its head office in Hamilton and sites in Auckland, Wellington, Tauranga, Christchurch and Blenheim, the company has a turn-over of around $70 Million and an ambitious growth strategy to 2028 and beyond.

About the role

Working closely with the Managing Director, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will hold a key role on the Executive Leadership Team at this exciting time in the company’s history, as it continues to evolve in scale and complexity.

With responsibility for driving continued excellence in delivery across Hill Labs’ commercial and operational functions, the COO will be accountable for achieving sustained growth in revenue and profits and ensuring industry-leading customer experiences. 

About you

We are seeking a senior operational leader who is great with BAU, knows their customers well, is energised by new opportunities and sets their teams up for success.

To be successful in this role, you will offer:

• At least three years of experience in an executive leadership role, with sound judgment and ability to identify and manage risk.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching and influencing skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to perform at their best.
• Experience in an environment where operational excellence is a focus, such as laboratory analytical services, manufacturing, or food processing.
• The knowledge, experience, and intellectual horsepower to be credible in a highly technical environment.
• Effective communication skills with proven ability to build constructive relationships across a diverse range of customers.

Apply now

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume by the closing date of 9am Monday, 14 October 2024.

For a copy of the Information Pack or a confidential discussion, contact Jane Temel, Director, Niche Recruitment on 021 499 902 or email jane.temel@nicherecruitment.co.nz.