Executive Officer, Strategy and Growth : 585

Executive Officer, Strategy and Growth : 585

Executive Officer, Strategy and Growth

We are looking for a politically savvy multi-tasker who is used to operating in a fast paced and strategically focused Group. If you are an experienced Executive Officer, who’s after a role with advisory aspects and project management as well as providing dedicated executive support to the Group Manager (Tier-2) then stop here – we want to hear from you.

This is a permanent, full-time role and offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and high calibre team. Competitive salary and benefits are in place for this fantastic opportunity.

This important position provides critical support to the GM Strategy & Group, reporting into the Strategic Transformation and Recovery Manager who is one of six senior managers within the Group who are responsible for the Council’s sustainable development functions and for ensuring there is a drive for ‘good growth’ in Kapiti. No two days will be the same, noting that this role :

• Is an extremely busy and exciting position, requiring a person with exceptional organisational skills, collaborative approach as well as an ability to think strategically to support the Group Manager’s priorities and responsibilities.
• Will suit a highly capable person with experience working with senior managers in fast-paced, corporate or government environments, with the resilience and flexibility to cope with a variety of tasks and changing requirements.
• Will require flexibility in working hours (including the occasional after hour stint), getting involved in project work, and a willingness to work with the broader team to get the job done.
• Provides executive support to the GM Strategy and Growth, including effective coordination and integration of activities across the Group
• Maintains Group processes and systems which supports the GMs effectiveness.
• Proactively improves systems, administrative processes and work practices – both within own position and Group as a whole
• Supports and / or lead projects and initiatives within the Group where required and the opportunity arises; or is agreed with the Strategic Transformation and Recovery Manager and / or GM Strategy and Growth.

Why work with us? When you join Kāpiti Coast District Council you’ll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, including :

The Group Manager, and Manager that this role reports into, are looking for a positive, practical, and experienced operator with :

This is a demanding role, involving contact with the community and key stakeholders, and will be perfect for a ‘calm and collected’ operator that’s looking for something new. So, if this grabbed your attention and it sounded like you, stop scrolling and start typing - we’re really keen to you hear from you and hope you’ll hit “apply” to put yourself in the running to join the senior management team in the Strategy and Growth Group.

For more detailed information regarding the role, please view the job description here. (PDF 277 KB)

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

Come and join us in supporting our district to grow well, and to work with our community and key stakeholders somewhere people can live, work and play!

We are working at pace to get the right person here, so applications close on Friday 21 November 2025 - get yours in now!

Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they come in – we will interview for the role from 26 November 2025 and will be looking to promptly appoint the right person.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Please note preferred candidates are required to undergo pre-employment checks including drug and alcohol screening and Police checks.

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