New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

2 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

As the Government’s international business development agency, NZTE’s purpose is to grow companies internationally — bigger, better, faster — for the benefit of New Zealand.
- About New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE)

As the Government’s international business development agency, NZTE’s purpose is to grow companies internationally — bigger, better, faster — for the benefit of New Zealand. NZTE works to increase New Zealand companies’ international success by helping them boost their global reach and build capability, as well as attracting investment that benefits New Zealand. It does this using its knowledge and international connections. **For more information about NZTE and the Board see their **website.
- Person specifications - Chair

We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced governors motivated to contribute to building a more prosperous and sustainable economic future for New Zealanders with the following:

- Extensive governance experience, including prior Chair experience
- Strategic agility, vision and ambition
- The presence and experience required to act as the external face and champion of NZTE
- A genuine interest in the work of NZTE and its economic importance for New Zealand
- Proven track record in international trade and export industries
- Stakeholder and relationship management experience
- Demonstrated business and commercial acumen
- An understanding of public accountability
- The ability to understand NZTE’s role in the public policy context and broader government system.

**Additional skills, experience and attributes sought**
- Connections to the export sector, including the primary industries or high value manufacturing
- Knowledge of the role of marketing and branding, domestically and internationally
- Strong credibility within, and extensive knowledge of, the New Zealand economy
- Financial acumen, including assessing value for money and experience evaluating investment opportunities
- Past experience successfully leading organisations through change.

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: NZTE Chair position description

Applications close at 11.59pm on 8 November 2024.



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