Strategy And Business Manager

Overview

Are you interested in leading a strategically focused business unit that plays a key role in public sector policy and strategy, directly contributing to community well-being?

Are you a strategic thinker with strong relationship management skills and passionate about positive change?

Can you work collaboratively with key stakeholders across a large and diverse organisation to deliver community focused solutions to complex issues?

At Waimakariri District Council we promise to be professional, approachable and solutions-focused : Waimakariri people are at the heart of everything we do.

We serve a community of over 72,000 that continues to experience rapid growth.

Offering a wide range of natural and recreational areas to explore, with vibrant town centres, a growing economy, and only being a short 20 minute commute to Christchurch, it is easy to understand why people want to be live, play and work in beautiful North Canterbury.

More than ever Local Councils are taking a leadership role in responding to a wide range economic, social, and environmental challenges on behalf of their communities.

This includes interpreting and responding to an environment of fast-paced policy and legislative change across a wide range of issues and finding cost effective ways to deliver quality public services to growing communities.

This is an exciting time to be in our sector.

We are now in the process of looking for a highly strategic and relationship focused leader to be our new Strategy and Business Unit Manager.

Responsibilities

Drive the development and delivery of a strategic framework, that through environmental scanning and indicators monitoring will identify wellbeing issues for the Council to address through its various roles and functions.

Key strategy development and implementation accountabilities go with that mandate, especially in relation to economic development, town centres and sustainability.

Support the Council's participation in collaborative strategy and policy development processes at regional and sub-regional level.

Oversee the development and monitoring of Council's corporate planning documents, ensuring alignment with Council's strategic priorities and objectives.

Provide senior relationship management advice and support for business sector interaction with the Council's regulatory functions and services.

Provide high quality advice across the Council to support the development of corporate policies, bylaws, and cost-effectiveness reviews towards achieving community outcomes.

People & Collaboration

Inspire and empower your team, act in accordance with the Council's values, maintain a solutions focused attitude and work with diverse partners often with conflicting interests.

Be authentic, believe in continuous improvement and welcome new learning and experiences by sharing, contributing and cooperating with the team and wider organisation colleagues.

Requirements

Strong strategic thinking and relationship management skills with a passion for positive change.

Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders across a large organisation to deliver community-focused solutions to complex issues.

Experience in providing guidance on corporate policies, bylaws, and cost-effectiveness reviews aligned to community outcomes.

Ability to inspire teams, demonstrate the Council's values, and pursue continuous improvement.

How to apply

Please visit our website to view the Position Description.

If you would like to find out more about this role, please call Simon Hart on WMK GOV).

A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with someone who demonstrates the right attitude and that has demonstrable relevant experience.

The Council is an equal opportunity employer.

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