Niwa - Director

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment Full time
Date: 4 Feb 2024- Location: Wellington, NZ, 6011
About NIWA:
The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) is a Crown Research Institute (CRI).

Its purpose is to enhance the economic value and sustainable management of New Zealand's aquatic resources and environments, increase understanding of climate and the atmosphere, and increase resilience to weather and climate hazards to improve the safety and wellbeing of New Zealanders.

Further information on NIWA can be found at its website.

Person specifications:

Specific skills required:

  • Proven governance experience.
  • A genuine interest in NIWA's purpose and the contextual environment in which it operates.
  • A background in science, with strong credibility and connections across New Zealand's science system.

Additional skills, experience and attributes:

  • Business and commercial acumen, including industry connections.
  • Credibility and connections across the science system.
  • Commercialisation and innovation experience.
  • Financial acumen, including audit and risk management expertise.
  • Stakeholder management experience.
  • 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: NIWA - Director
Applications close at 11.59pm on 4 March 2024.

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