Agresearch - Director

Date: 4 Feb 2024- Location: Wellington, NZ, 6011
About AgResearch:

AgResearch's purpose is to enhance the value, productivity and profitability of New Zealand's pastoral, agri-food and agri-technology sector value chains.

Further information on AgResearch can be found at its website.

Person specifications - Director:

Specific skills required:

At this time, the Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology is seeking two directors with the following specific skills and experience:

Role one:

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

Role two:

• Proven governance experience.
• A genuine interest in AgResearch's purpose and the contextual environment in which it operates.
• Strong business and commercial acumen.
• Deep connections to Māori businesses.

Additional skills, experience and attributes:

• Business and commercial acumen, including industry connections.
• Commercialisation and innovation experience.
• Financial acumen, including audit and risk management expertise.
• Stakeholder management experience.
• An understanding of 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.

How to apply:

For more information about this role, please see the position description: AgResearch Limited - Director

Applications close at 11.59pm on 4 March 2024.

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