Plant & Food Research - Director

2 weeks ago


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

Its purpose is to enhance the value and productivity of New Zealand's horticultural, arable, seafood and food and beverage industries.

Further information on Plant & Food Research can be found at its website.

Person specifications:

Specific skills required:

At this time, the Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology is seeking two directors:

Role one:

  • Proven governance experience.
  • A genuine interest in Plant & Food Research's purpose and the contextual environment in which it operates.
  • A background in science and innovation, ideally with experience in the commercialisation of science.
  • Credibility and experience within the science system and connections to end users.

Role two:

  • Proven governance experience.
  • A genuine interest in Plant & Food Research's purpose and the contextual environment in which it 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.
  • 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.

More Information:

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