Scion - Director

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment Full time
Date: 4 Feb 2024- Location: Wellington, NZ, 6011
About Scion:
The New Zealand Forest Research Institute Ltd (trading as Scion) is a Crown Research Institute (CRI).

Its purpose is to drive innovation and growth from New Zealand's forestry, wood product and wood-derived materials and other biomaterial sectors, to create economic value and contribute to beneficial environmental and social outcomes for New Zealand.

Further information on Scion can be found at its website.

Person specifications:

Specific skills required:

  • Proven governance experience.
  • A genuine interest in Scion's purpose and the contextual environment in which Scion operates.
  • Extensive financial capabilities, including audit and risk experience.
  • Preferably a Chartered Accountant.

Additional skills, experience and attributes:

  • Business and commercial acumen, including industry connections.
  • Commercialisation and innovation experience.
  • Stakeholder management experience.
  • Knowledge and experience in the science and research system.
  • Media and public relations experience.
  • Expertise in change management and human resources.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

More Information:

For more information about this role, please see the position description: Scion - Director
Applications close at 11.59pm on 4 March 2024.

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