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Highly sought-after strategy and community leadership role in one of New Zealand's most desirable and high growth locations. Opportunity to influence. Full description.

Shape the future. Lead with purpose. Deliver for community.

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is seeking an experienced and influential senior leader to guide the district’s strategic direction and strengthen partnerships across the fast-growing region. This is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help shape the long-term future of the communities within the Council’s area of responsibility.

Your Opportunity

As the General Manager Strategy & Community, you will lead the development and delivery of district-wide strategic planning, policy, community partnerships, and governance support. You will provide expert advice on long-term planning, legislative change, and system-wide priorities, ensuring Council remains future-focused and responsive.

A key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will help steer organisational strategy and culture, while leading the Strategy & Community Group to deliver high performance, innovation, and clear community outcomes. You will also play a central role in strengthening partnerships with iwi and hapū, ensuring Council decisions reflect Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and shared aspirations.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning, policy development, and implementation across the district.
• Provide authoritative advice to Council on strategy, reform, and long-term priorities.
• Deliver transparent, high-quality governance support for elected members.
• Build effective partnerships with iwi, hapÅ«, central government, and community organisations.
• Lead a high-performing team and promote a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Manage operational and capital budgets with strong financial stewardship.

About You

You are a senior leader with strong experience in strategy, policy, or community development within a complex environment. Local Government experience, perhaps in planning, policy, or legal, but it may have been earlier in your career. Other sector experience is valuable as it brings an “outside perspective and understanding” to the business of Council. You will excel in navigating complexity, building relationships, and providing clarity in ambiguous situations.

In addition, you will bring:

• A strong understanding of strategic planning, policy frameworks, and legislative requirements.
• Demonstrated experience partnering meaningfully with iwi and hapÅ«, with respect for tikanga and Te Tiriti principles.
• Proven leadership capability, with the ability to motivate teams, drive culture, and lead through change.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage confidently with governance, communities, and stakeholders.
• Strong judgement, political awareness, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, alongside a minimum of 10 years’ experience in strategy and policy development.

Why Join Western Bay?

You’ll join a forward-thinking Council committed to community well-being, innovation, and positive change. On offer is a collaborative culture, based on whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, integrity, and care - along with the opportunity to influence long-term outcomes across the district.

If you’re motivated by purpose and driven to make a meaningful impact for communities, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of the Western Bay.

Rewards

In exchange for your exceptional skills, on offer for this role is a very generous base salary, Southern Cross tier two medical insurance, 5 weeks annual leave, Kiwisaver, and private use vehicle.

Applications Process.

Please note that TalentNow! is facilitating this recruitment through our ScreenLite service, where we assess the initial application and pass on the CVs and cover letters of qualified candidates direct to Council, who will then conduct the full interview and evaluation process. We only undertake the initial brief pre-qualification discussion, rather than the full process. So please make your submission “Council ready”!

Please submit your application by clicking on Apply and attach a CV and cover letter (both in Word) outlining why you are the best person for this role.

Feel free to reach out to Kevin Chappell, Principal Director on 029-5974739 or Amanda Scott, Consulting Director on 021-784483 for an initial discussion.

PLEASE NOTE:

This role requires knowledge of Local Government in NZ. And you must have the right to work in NZ.

Short description.

Highly sought-after strategy and community leadership role in one of New Zealand's most desirable and high growth locations. Opportunity to influence. Full description.

Shape the future. Lead with purpose. Deliver for community.

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is seeking an experienced and influential senior leader to guide the district’s strategic direction and strengthen partnerships across the fast-growing region. This is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help shape the long-term future of the communities within the Council’s area of responsibility.

Your Opportunity

As the General Manager Strategy & Community, you will lead the development and delivery of district-wide strategic planning, policy, community partnerships, and governance support. You will provide expert advice on long-term planning, legislative change, and system-wide priorities, ensuring Council remains future-focused and responsive.

A key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will help steer organisational strategy and culture, while leading the Strategy & Community Group to deliver high performance, innovation, and clear community outcomes. You will also play a central role in strengthening partnerships with iwi and hapū, ensuring Council decisions reflect Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and shared aspirations.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning, policy development, and implementation across the district.
• Provide authoritative advice to Council on strategy, reform, and long-term priorities.
• Deliver transparent, high-quality governance support for elected members.
• Build effective partnerships with iwi, hapÅ«, central government, and community organisations.
• Lead a high-performing team and promote a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Manage operational and capital budgets with strong financial stewardship.

About You

You are a senior leader with strong experience in strategy, policy, or community development within a complex environment. Local Government experience, perhaps in planning, policy, or legal, but it may have been earlier in your career. Other sector experience is valuable as it brings an “outside perspective and understanding” to the business of Council. You will excel in navigating complexity, building relationships, and providing clarity in ambiguous situations.

In addition, you will bring:

• A strong understanding of strategic planning, policy frameworks, and legislative requirements.
• Demonstrated experience partnering meaningfully with iwi and hapÅ«, with respect for tikanga and Te Tiriti principles.
• Proven leadership capability, with the ability to motivate teams, drive culture, and lead through change.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage confidently with governance, communities, and stakeholders.
• Strong judgement, political awareness, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, alongside a minimum of 10 years’ experience in strategy and policy development.

Why Join Western Bay?

You’ll join a forward-thinking Council committed to community well-being, innovation, and positive change. On offer is a collaborative culture, based on whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, integrity, and care - along with the opportunity to influence long-term outcomes across the district.

If you’re motivated by purpose and driven to make a meaningful impact for communities, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of the Western Bay.

Rewards

In exchange for your exceptional skills, on offer for this role is a very generous base salary, Southern Cross tier two medical insurance, 5 weeks annual leave, Kiwisaver, and private use vehicle.

Applications Process.

Please note that TalentNow! is facilitating this recruitment through our ScreenLite service, where we assess the initial application and pass on the CVs and cover letters of qualified candidates direct to Council, who will then conduct the full interview and evaluation process. We only undertake the initial brief pre-qualification discussion, rather than the full process. So please make your submission “Council ready”!

Please submit your application by clicking on Apply and attach a CV and cover letter (both in Word) outlining why you are the best person for this role.

Feel free to reach out to Kevin Chappell, Principal Director on 029-5974739 or Amanda Scott, Consulting Director on 021-784483 for an initial discussion.

PLEASE NOTE:

This role requires knowledge of Local Government in NZ. And you must have the right to work in NZ.

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Are you a hands-on client side project manager with experience in construction and fit-out upgrade projects? Superb long term contract awaits! Full description.

• Two-year fixed term contract commencing 2026
• Client side Project Manager opportunity with values-based organisation
• Various construction and fit out upgrade projects

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Lead national asset planning and shape the future of social housing. Blend strategy, data, and purpose in a values-driven organisation. Full description.

• Lead the next phase of national asset management maturity.
• Bridge strategy and operations across diverse property portfolios.
• Apply your analytical and strategic planning skills with purpose.
• 12-month fixed-term | Auckland (Newmarket).

Accessible Properties is New Zealand's largest non-government community housing provider, managing over 2,700 homes nationwide. Part of the IHC Group, they are a mission-driven organisation focused on providing sustainable, fit-for-purpose quality housing that adds to communities, creating lasting and positive outcomes where people can belong and thrive.

With a refreshed strategic property direction, Accessible Properties is building its ‘bench strength' in its national asset management capability - evolving from a pragmatic, operational model to a more strategic, data-informed asset management framework.

About the role:

This is a key member of the National Asset Management Team. The Asset Planning Lead provides the strategic and technical link between organisational intent and operational delivery.   This newly defined, fixed-term role is designed to help build the foundations of a centre of excellence in asset management across both the IHC and Community Housing portfolios.

The role will work alongside and collaborate with the GM Asset Management and the asset management lead team to drive national consistency, strengthen reporting and analysis, and ensure investment and maintenance decisions are informed and aligned.

Whilst strategic thinking is well underway, this is a hands-on strategic role for someone who can think and contribute conceptually and then translate the strategies into delivering tangible outputs - from frameworks and business cases to lifecycle models, property plans and planning tools that shape property investment decisions.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and refine asset management frameworks, tools, and reporting systems.
• Support national asset and maintenance planning across housing portfolios.
• Translate data and insights into business cases and investment recommendations.
• Contribute to the transition toward enhanced facilities management models.
• Lift organisational maturity through improved planning, analysis, and decision support.
• Collaborate across functions to align asset strategy, capital planning, and compliance.

About you:

You will be an experienced property professional with strong analytical, planning, and communication skills, someone who enjoys connecting the big picture with the detail. You may come from an asset management, property strategy, or portfolio planning and investment background, and you will be highly motivated by purpose-driven work that delivers community value.

You will bring the presence and influence to engage across all levels-connecting people, data, and strategy to drive practical, informed outcomes.

Skills and experience we are looking for:

• 10 years' experience in property, asset, or facilities management, or related planning roles.
• Strategic asset management, investment, and maintenance lifecycle planning expertise.
• Strong data analysis, forecasting, and business case writing skills.
• Proficiency with asset systems (e.g., SPM Assets or similar) and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to influence and inform.
• Understanding of housing compliance and long-term maintenance planning.
• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Property, Commerce, Engineering, or similar).
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Why Accessible Properties?

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of social housing asset management in New Zealand. You will help to shape processes and insights that will lift organisational performance and make a tangible impact to benefit many people's lives.

Accessible Properties offers a values-led, collaborative culture where you will be supported to deliver meaningful outcomes and see the results of your work in stronger communities across Aotearoa.

Apply Now:

Please send your CV and cover letter (Word format) outlining your alignment with the role criteria to Amanda Scott, Consulting Director, TalentNow! via the ‘Apply' link. For a confidential conversation, contact Amanda directly on 021 784 483.

Applications close: Friday 7^th November 2025, but please note that we will be reviewing applications as they are received, so don't delay.

 

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Lead the procurement function for this community-based organisation in desirable locale. Apply your procurement expertise towards meaningful outcomes. Full description.

• Lifestyle-based with generous relocation package on offer
• Focus on procurement, contracts, tendering programmes of work
• Engineering or technical background essential

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Professional who has had exposure to the full spectrum, across the broad procurement, contracts, tendering, and negotiations space. You will have an appetite to further grow, develop and consolidate this area within this organisation. In leading this important function with a track record of getting things done, you’ll be fully supported towards achieving the procurement strategy outcomes.

About the opportunity

By leading the procurement programmes and projects of this organisation, you will apply your expertise across technical and engineering projects, civil works, contract management, tendering processes etc, in conjunction with divisional managers responsible for outcome delivery.

You will also be responsible for the implementation of projects to ensure suppliers and internal operations meet project objectives and outcomes – in other words, not in isolation, but hands-on, end to end. So your expertise will transgress across all aspects from administration through to final delivery and ongoing maintenance.

What's great about this role is you'll have responsibility and influence for procurement across the organisation without the distraction of staff management.

We welcome applicants from central or local government, utilities, infrastructure, or similar operational environments who are ready to apply their capability and skills to this new challenge.

What you will be doing:

• Leading and supporting the organisational procurement function
• Managing contracts from tendering through to acceptance, delivery, and operations.
• Administering all documentation for contract duration
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant rules and legislation
• Focusing on maintaining exemplary internal and external relationships
• Ensuring unrivalled customer and stakeholder outcome delivery
• Assisting with budgeting and providing progress reports

Why you will enjoy this role, because you'll be:

• Taking responsibility for the entire procurement function of a diverse organisation.
• Making a significant contribution to cost minimisation and delivery outcomes.
• In an end-to-end role – from planning to hands-on delivery and operational.
• Supported to develop your capability across areas where you may currently have gaps.
• Part of a supportive, forward-thinking team culture.
• Not responsible for managing a team and be able to focus on "making procurement work"!
• (And lastly), living in a lifestyle location where the words “hectic” and “peak hour” don’t exist!

What you will bring

• Proven or emerging capability in the technical aspects of procurement, contracts, and tendering.
• Operational experience in local or central government, utilities, or infrastructure.
• Aptitude and willingness to develop your knowledge and experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• An organised, proactive, and solutions-focused approach.

What is in it for you

• High-impact role where your work is visible and valued.
• Opportunity to deliver meaningful projects
• Supportive workplace culture built on teamwork and integrity.
• A revised competitive salary plus great benefits – based on experience.
• A generous relocation package
• Desired regional location with a mix of rural and urban engagement

Apply now to take the lead in a mutually beneficial future. Please note that this is not a team management role and has sole responsibility for the procurement function.

To register your interest, send your updated CV and cover letter to Kevin Chappell, Principal Director at TalentNow via ‘Apply’, or call 029-5974739 for a confidential discussion.

Please note:

Please do not apply if you have no direct experience in procurement in NZ, due to the knowledge and experience required for this role. And you must have the right to work in NZ.

 

Short description.

Lead the procurement function for this small community-based organisation in desirable catchment area. Grow your procurement expertise with training and support. Full description.

• Lifestyle-based with generous relocation package on offer
• Focus on procurement, contracts, tendering programmes of work
• Engineering or technical background essential

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist who has had exposure to the full spectrum, across the broad procurement, contracts, tendering, and negotiations space. You will have an appetite to further grow, develop and consolidate this area within this organisation. In leading this important function with a track record of getting things done, you’ll be fully supported towards achieving the procurement strategy outcomes.

About the opportunity

In leading the procurement programmes of this organisation, you will apply your expertise across technical and engineering projects, civil works, contract management, tendering processes etc, in conjunction with divisional managers responsible for outcome delivery.

You will also be responsible for the implementation of projects to ensure suppliers and internal operations meet project objectives and outcomes – in other words, not in isolation, but hands-on, end to end. So your expertise will transgress across all aspects from administration through to final delivery and ongoing maintenance.

What's great about this role is you'll have responsibility and influence for procurement across the organisation without the distraction of staff management.

We welcome applicants from central or local government, utilities, infrastructure, or similar operational environments who are ready to apply their capability and skills to this new challenge.

What you will be doing:

• Leading and supporting the organisational procurement function
• Managing contracts from tendering through to acceptance, delivery, and operations.
• Administering all documentation for contract duration
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant rules and legislation
• Focusing on maintaining exemplary internal and external relationships
• Ensuring unrivalled customer and stakeholder outcome delivery
• Assisting with budgeting and providing progress reports

Why you will enjoy this role, because you'll be:

• Taking responsibility for the entire procurement function of a diverse organisation.
• Making a significant contribution to cost minimisation and delivery outcomes.
• In an end-to-end role – from planning to hands-on delivery and operational.
• Supported to develop your capability across areas where you may currently have gaps.
• Part of a supportive, forward-thinking team culture.
• Not responsible for managing a team and be able to focus on "making procurement work"!
• (And lastly), living in a lifestyle location where the words “hectic” and “peak hour” don’t exist!

What you will bring

• Proven or emerging capability in the technical aspects of procurement, contracts, and tendering.
• Operational experience in local or central government, utilities, or infrastructure.
• Aptitude and willingness to develop your knowledge and experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• An organised, proactive, and solutions-focused approach.

What is in it for you

• High-impact role where your work is visible and valued.
• Opportunity to deliver meaningful projects
• Supportive workplace culture built on teamwork and integrity.
• A revised competitive salary plus great benefits – based on experience.
• A generous relocation package
• Desired regional location with a mix of rural and urban engagement

Apply now to take the lead in a mutually beneficial future. Please note that this is not a team management role and has sole responsibility for the procurement function.

To register your interest, send your updated CV and cover letter to Kevin Chappell, Principal Director at TalentNow via ‘Apply’, or call 029-5974739 for a confidential discussion.

Please note:

Please do not apply if you have no direct experience in procurement in NZ, due to the knowledge and experience required for this role. And you must have the right to work in NZ.

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