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Audette Exel visits an Adara project in Uganda.
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Millions of ways to help Editor’s note Career16’s Lead by Example series which kicked off last Saturday with a profile of social entrepreneur Guy Ryan (check it out at nzherald.co.nz/ career16) continues inside with Rebecca Barry Hill’s profile of Kiwi business-woman and philanthropist Audette Exel. It’s surprising Exel isn’t better known here. Perhaps that’s because many of her big achievements happened offshore — top investment banker, acclaimed corporate lawyer, now celebrated philanthropist — she was named a Forbes “Hero of Philanthropy” in 2014. Today — based in Sydney — she is first and foremost a philanthropist and heads Adara, a corporate advisory group that channels all its profits into helping some of the world’s poorest communities. Just reading her biography is an exhilarating and exhausting undertaking — skydiver, social activist, Bermuda banker, traveller. Exel tells Barry Hill that her introduction to the world of wealth and corporate power after a modest, left-
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After making millions for the various law and investment firms she worked for she realised that her corporate acumen could also be used to help the world’s poorest communities. leaning upbringing in New Zealand (her father was journalist David Exel) saw her re-evaluating longheld views — “A lot of these people have great values and integrity. A scarier realisation was that I really enjoyed business and a deal.” After making millions for the law and investment firms she worked for she realised her corporate acumen could also be used to help the world’s poorest communities, so she set up what is now Adara in 1998. Since then Adara has raised more than $8 million to support child and maternal health programmes in Uganda and Nepal, not counting donations of more than $20 million
it has channelled into projects. Exel has also been instrumental in galvanising some of Australia’s top corporate talent to work pro bono to assist Adara’s efforts. At a time when the richest 62 people in the world own wealth equal to the poorest 3.6 billion, and big finance all too often hits the headlines for all the wrong reasons, it’s an edifying and inspiring story. As she says inside —“You don’t have be a great leader, you just have to be filled with passion, be authentic and give it your best. Then you can make change.” — Greg Fleming NZ Herald careers editor
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New Zealander Audette Exel has held high-flying corporate roles making millions for the wealthy as a lawyer and investment banker. Now, as the head of Adara Group, she uses her financial nous to help the poor. She talks to Rebecca Barry Hill
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Audette Exel, Co-Founder and Chair of Adara Development.
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udette Exel was 12 when she first realised the unfairness of the world. Her parents had raised her to be aware of those less fortunate, and her father, distinguished journalist David Exel, often mixed with prominent figures, on one occasion, inviting a Nobel Peace Prize winner to their home. Mairead Corrigan was a peace activist from Northern Ireland, and as she spoke about identifying the bodies of her sister’s children, killed in the Troubles, the young Exel was impressed by her passion and integrity. “The fact that an ordinary person created a huge movement for change struck me,” says Exel, during a rare break at her mother’s place on the South Coast of New South Wales. “I realised, you don’t have to be born to lead.” She decided she’d try to make the world a better place. Years of protesting against social injustices was followed by a fascinating career straddling two seemingly disparate worlds: investment banking and philanthropy. After years as a lawyer specialising in international finance, where she’d wring millions from complex deals, she took the top job at the Bermuda Commercial Bank, where she stayed for 14 years. But her biggest achievement is the revolutionary organisation she started in 1998. Adara Group (originally called the Isis Foundation but renamed for obvious reasons), is a corporate advisory business set up to fund and provide services to help people living in poverty. It’s an innovative concept that Exel says gets around the challenge that all non-profits face: they’re so busy raising money they can’t focus on helping people. Working with community groups, Adara Development funds and manages health, education and essential services projects for women and children in remote areas of Nepal and Uganda. It’s a small company with just 200 on the payroll but they touch the lives of 50,000 year people each year. Adara is now considered a global leader in delivering medical care to neo-natal babies in low resource settings, having set up intensive care and maternity units in Uganda. They’ve also acquired a wealth of data and research on maternal and child health, and worked with at-risk children, rescuing many from a life of trafficking. The work itself can be enormously emotional, says Exel, but it’s matched by the huge sense of pride it gives her. So how did a girl from Waikanae end up in such a position? A self-described “loudmouth”, she was on the debating team at school and figured she’d end up working as
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Audette with some of the rescued children in Uganda (above); Audette with kids in the community as part of the community based healthcare program (top right); and Adara’s programme manager Daniel Kabugo. Pictures / Jonathan Torgovnik
a human rights lawyer for the United Nations, or as an advocate. “I was an independent thinker,” she says. “I don’t remember leading the Girls Guides, but I was always determined to discover my own path.” After studying arts and law in Wellington, she went to Australia to compete at the National Parachute Championships, after getting hooked on skydiving. But after hurting her knee in an accident, she ended up staying in Melbourne to finish her law degree. Several of the students there were clearly wealthy, and Exel realised there was a “world of money and power I didn’t know about or understand”, and that if she wanted to affect change, she’d need to. She went to work for the most business-orientated law firm she could find, imagining she’d be a spy in the enemy camp. “I had to confront my prejudices, because a lot of these people have great values and integrity. A scarier realisation was that I really enjoyed business and a deal.” Much to the amusement of her family, the young woman who’d
spent plenty of time at protest rallies continued her climb up the corporate ladder, specialising in mergers and acquisitions in Sydney and Hong Kong, in the days when big companies moved assets to Bermuda. After a couple of years of travel, she moved there to lead the Bermuda Commercial Bank, becoming the youngest woman in the world to lead a publicly-traded bank. It was a complex role that was “terrifying in every way”. “I often say to young people, when a door opens, no matter how afraid you are, throw yourself through it. It was challenging in so many ways but amazing. I could not have paid to learn what I got the chance to. “It taught me that great leadership is about unlocking skills in people. Because my team knew way more than I did about banking.” In 1995, she was elected a Global Leader for Tomorrow by The World Economic Forum. They might have known an even bigger challenge was to come, one that would draw on her passion for social justice, and combine it with her business skills. Exel credits her youth-
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● Attended Victoria University — protested againbst the 1981 Springbok tour ● Top corporate lawyer in Australia and England ● Managing director of Bermuda Commercial Bank and chair of the Bermuda Stock Exchange
● Founded Adara — in 1998 — a corporate advisory business set up to help people living in poverty
● Awarded an honorary Order of Australia in 2013 ● Named a Forbes Hero of Philanthropy in 2014 ● Recognised as a World Class New Zealander at the 2015 Kea awards ful energy, enthusiasm and naivety as the push she needed to start Adara, thinking, “go big or go home”. She’d trekked in Nepal and had met the First Lady of Uganda while running the bank, so it was a personal connection that focused her attention on those regions. “My particular bugbear in human rights is remote service delivery. There’s an economic argument that you get more bang for your buck in an urban setting. I understand that but if you live remotely in poverty, the NGOs won’t come near you. If you’re in a landlocked country it’s worse.”
Exel says she might never have made the leap at all had she known what was around the corner: Ebola outbreaks, the civil war in Nepal, September 11, the global financial crisis, the huge complexity involved in merging a business with a nonprofit, the massive responsibility of caring for vulnerable people. “It’s like playing with a loaded gun,” she says. “If you’re intervening in someone’s life when they’re really vulnerable it’s an incredibly serious thing… “People would say it was visionary. I say I didn’t know what I was doing.
One thing I’ve discovered about entrepreneurs is they often do things without fully realising the consequences, which allows you to be more creative… It comes down to how you think about risk. It’s true, I’ve lived with lot of risk and I’m comfortable living with risk.” But it’s a risk that has paid off. She’s never been more proud as when she joined the Adara team in the aftermath of the catastrophic Nepal earthquake. Finding the right team was a crucial part of the journey, she adds, heaping praise on those who have stood by her since the beginning, and the leaders within the communities she’s worked with on the ground. In 2013, Exel was awarded an honorary Order of Australia for service to humanity and was recognised by Forbes as a “Hero of Philanthropy” in 2014. If there’s one message she hopes impart, it’s that philanthropy doesn’t just have to happen at the end of a career but can be integrated throughout. “You don’t have be a great leader, you just have to be filled with passion, be authentic and give it your best. Then you can make change.”
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Leadership Opportunity Operational Role Te Aroha The Processing Manager is responsible for providing leadership and management to the designated Plant on the night shift operation. In particular this role will assume production management responsibilities in the absence of the Assistant Plant Manager at the site, and will have the opportunity to have sole responsibility for our bobby calf processing plant at Waitoa during the calf season. You will have a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate and a rigorous commitment to quality and compliance while ensuring legislative and company policy and procedures are adhered to. Yours skills and experience: • strong leadership and communication skills • fully conversant in operational health and safety management • relevant industry experience and knowledge of regulatory and hygiene compliance requirements • sound knowledge of meat industry practices and compliance with a focus on beef production • good knowledge of product specifications and strong customer focus • ability to understand and apply basic management account principles • competent to an intermediate level in Excel/Word/PowerPoint. Your key objectives will be: • championing the Ora leadership strategy being the Health, Safety and Wellbeing of your team • achieving agreed performance targets for the Plant • monitoring regulatory and hygiene compliance requirements and ensuring they are met. The Processing Manager will take responsibility for the night shift plant operations, ensuring operational KPI’s are achieved while maintaining health and safety and compliance standards at all times. Our ideal candidates are people who are passionate about manufacturing quality food products and experienced in building performance based cultures that make a difference. Applications close: 12 February 2016
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hey’re called Millennials: the supposedly tech-obsessed generation born from the 1980s to early 2000s who are arriving in the workforce en masse and shaking things up. That’s because they supposedly want versatile and flexible work arrangements which provide strong work-life balance but also rapid promotion, international employment experience and healthy pay packets. It’s enough to make the Babyboomers and Generation Xers who have come before them view these “Millennials” as an almost alien species. Now a whitepaper has been released by recruitment firm Robert Walters, who surveyed 1000 professionals and 400 hiring managers across Australia and New Zealand to gauge their thoughts and feelings on Millennials in local workplaces. Attracting, Retaining and Developing Millennial Professionals found there was indeed inter-generational conflict with 53 per cent of Millennials saying they’d experienced or witnessed it in the workplace. An overwhelming 79 per cent of
employers believe the biggest source of conflict stems from the younger ones’ expectations of rapid career progression. But James Nicholson, managing director of Robert Walters ANZ, says this conflict could be because Millennials face challenges older worker didn’t or at least not to the same extent. These include higher levels of student loan debt, less job security and — especially in Auckland — stratospheric property prices. He says for younger workers, it adds up to having to look for wellpaid work and being more willing to swap jobs – or careers – to ensure they have a wide range of skills and opportunities to stay solvent. Danielle Duffield, 26, is a litigation solicitor at national law firm Kensington Swan. While she says the results appear to be fairly accurate, she’s not convinced younger workers expect career progression more rapidly than previous generations. She offers an alternative reading of the situation, saying heightened social awareness around inequalities and a deeper desire to rectify these may lead to a misconception among
Human Resources Director If you’re looking for a strategic level Human Resources role in an organisation that is focused on continuous improvement, then this may be your opportunity. At Gisborne District Council (GDC), we’re reshaping how we deliver our services and statutory functions to better lead and support the social, cultural, economic and environmental development of our communities. We’re looking for an energetic, experienced and highly effective Human Resources (HR) Director to drive Tairawhiti Tangata (GDC’s People Plan) across Council. You’ll lead the team that provides the people strategies, HR and OD frameworks, systems, policies and change expertise, supporting GDC to be an effective organisation, an employer of choice and to deliver outcomes for ratepayers. This position reports to the Chief Executive and is on the Leadership Team. To be successful here and in this role, you’ll be performance focused with strong alignment to our values of ‘Together Tairawhiti; make it smart; make it easy; make it happen’. You’ll be a determined, resilient and self-directed individual with clear thinking to set the direction and the relationships to bring others on board. You’ll bring exceptional interpersonal skills, good financial acumen and strong problem solving and analytical skills. A relevant degree qualification and considerable HR experience at a senior level is required. Applications close on 14 February 2016. Gisborne, known as “Tairawhiti” (the light shines on the water) is a lifestyle location with a population of 45,000, stunning beaches, great weather and of course, great wine. Visit www.peakrecruitment.co.nz to apply or contact Lisa Hulley on 09 283 9568 for a confidential discussion.
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arriving en masse older workers that Millennials have a sense of entitlement. “Younger workers often have a concern for people being treated fairly and as they deserve,” she says. “Many in my generation are sensitive to the gender inequalities that are prevalent in most New Zealand industries and push for positive change in this area.” “I think younger workers are increasingly interested in engaging with social issues and contributing to meaningful change. For example, there is a strong interest among young workers in supporting fundraising initiatives for charities and promoting such initiatives in the workforce. But, read Attracting, Retaining and Developing Millennial Professionals more closely, and it turns out Millennials aren’t too different from their older colleagues. It concludes they want financial security, engaging and meaningful work and to be treated with respect. Who doesn’t want that? Both Duffield and Nicholson, 42, say the solution to encouraging older and younger workers to find that common ground is straightforward: talk! “Like most people starting out or taking their first steps into management positions, Millennials have ambition and drive and are keen to be involved and make an impact,” says Nicholson, “but they come into the workforce in an era where they know they need to advance their careers as quickly as possible to achieve what
Findings included:
● Most Millennials work to earn money to support their lifestyle (35 per cent) or fulfil their potential (35 per cent).
● Salary and benefits meeting expectations (74 per cent), clear opportunities
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● They say the personal characteristics most important in a manager are
recognising performance (70 per cent), being open to ideas and feedback (69 per cent) and being accessible and easily available (54 per cent).
Older workers should seek to engage sincerely with the views and perspectives of young people and to approach their ideas with an open mind.
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their older colleagues may have: a home of their own, a family or the ability to pursue interests outside of work. “It’s all about being transparent and open. Talk to them about what your expectations are, and how these
square up against their own, and what you can all do to meet these. Consider this: Millennials may move around and leave after 18 months but isn’t a year and a half of high quality output better than having someone for, say, three years
who doesn’t have the same drive?” He says a well-defined and clearcut induction process is a significant step toward ensuring employees know what is expected of them. Duffield agrees as a younger person in the workforce, one of the biggest challenges is navigating one's way around processes and systems that are new and foreign. “Fitting a new generation's ideals into a system built by a different generation can be difficult, particularly when young workers often have their own natural learning curves to undergo in the formative years of a new career.” “Older workers should seek to engage sincerely with the views and perspectives of young people and to approach their ideas with an open mind,” she says. “Bias is powerful: it’s very easy to view something that has always been approached a certain way as objectively the best or only way.” She believes younger and older workers alike could benefit from such an information exchange and points to an article written by the Queensland editor of the Australian, Share Rodgers, about giving career advice he wished he had at 25. “He pointed out that younger people should make an effort to network with older people who will likely have valuable career experience to share. However, he also noted, “older, successful people shouldn’t just sit in musty clubs talking about the 1970s.”
They should be proactively seeking out smart, young people who can shake them out of their comfort zone and open their eyes to new ideas.” The whitepaper revealed a finding which surprised Nicholson. For Millennials, the second biggest source of conflict was the older generations’ reluctance to engage with or use new technologies but, despite this, those same staff are less attached to technology than employers think. “I thought they would have more concerns about technology at work and being able to stay up with the play of changes and developments but it didn’t come across as a major concern. “We have to remember there’s a big difference between workplace technology and being able to use social media. In many respects, the Millennial generation has been the ‘guinea pigs’ for how social media can work and its impacts on work and the workplace.” What Millennials do want is employers to offer international career opportunities as part of training and development programmes. “It is alarming that most organisations aren’t offering these overseas opportunities,” says Nicholson. Millennials aren’t fond of being tied down but it’s Baby-boomers and Generation Xers who want flexible working arrangements: 47 per cent of Baby-boomers and 46 per cent of Generation X compared to 37 per cent of Millennials.
Head of Major Works - Auckland Museum A unique opportunity exists with the establishment of a new role the Head of Major Works. Reporting to the COO, the Head of Major Works will lead the planning and delivery of a wide range of works projects for the Auckland War Memorial Museum. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced senior leader, with substantial experience developing and executing major works projects, programme management expertise and a background in construction and works. With exceptional communications skills, you’ll work with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to drive an exciting programme of improvements as we renew galleries and improve access throughout the Museum to enhance the visitor experience. To be successful in this role, you will have the following skills and experience: • Experience planning, developing and overseeing the implementation of substantial works programmes and projects
• Ability to deliver effective solutions and to resolve technical and other issues proactively • Expertise in successful project management, business improvement; change management and project documentation • Commitment to work within a social business, recognising multiple bottom lines; experienced working within a team oriented structure • Good commercial intuition combined with discriminating use of data analysis to drive and communicate performance outcomes • Commitment to addressing environmental issues; and • An understanding of the principles and practices of the Treaty of Waitangi, and a commitment to share the leadership in the Museum in the post-Treaty Settlement era 3 year fixed-term contract aligned with work programme plans. Closing date: 5.00pm, Sunday, 7th February 2016.
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Permanent Roles Available – National Office, Wellington Te Puni Kökiri currently has Policy Analyst opportunities, of varying levels, within the Policy Partnerships’ Te Puni which will allow you to contribute to shaping the future for the next Mäori generation. Our work is focussed around 5 inter-related kaupapa: • Crown - iwi, hapü and whänau Mäori relationships. • State sector effectiveness for Mäori. • Strengthening cultural wealth. • Skills, learning and education. • Strengthening economic wealth. Available roles within our Te Puni:
Principal Policy Analyst – providing intellectual vision and leadership aimed at bringing about the delivery of outcomes and to enhance the Ministry’s reputation with Mäori, the Public Sector and Government Senior Policy Analyst and Policy Analyst – providing high quality analysis, research and advice that contributes to ‘Mäori Succeeding as Mäori’ As a member of our Te Puni, the successful candidate/s will possess: • Sound and proven written skills; • The ability to quickly analyse information and convert into succinct robust advice; • Understanding of the Machinery of Government; • Skills that demonstrate leadership, commitment, integrity and accountability; and • The ability to apply Mäori cultural paradigms in their work and knowledge of the Mäori Community, their needs and aspirations.
We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Chef De Partie to become part of our fantastic team. This is an iconic restaurant in the heart of sunny Hawkes Bay with panoramic views of Te Mata Peak. Why work here ! High volume, fast, fun and energetic service ! Variety and exposure to different techniques and cuisine ! Learn from a focused and hands on head chef ! Opportunity to grow within the organisation and progress your career ! Hawkes bay is a fantastic place for you or for you and your family ! Generous rostered time off ! Temp accommodation available on site to the right applicant in the ad. If you have the following skills, we would like to chat to you more about the role and the restaurant. The requirements ! Experience as a chef de partie ! Eye for detail ! A great attitude towards developing your skills ! Knowledge and creativity ! The ability to work in an organised environment We are a family friendly restaurant and our rostered hours represent that. Attractive remuneration package available to the right applicant. If any of the above sounds like you, please email us your CV to: offthetrack@xtra.co.nz We look forward to you joining our team
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PERMANENT, FIXED TERM AND CONTRACT TRUCK & TRAILER DRIVERS REQUIRED EXPERIENCED IN TIPPING PROCEDURES We are looking for Class 5 truck and trailer drivers for our modern fleet of trucks. You must have a good knowledge of the greater Auckland area, be reliable, have neat writing skills and be able to work within a team or on your own. Time management skills, customer focus, and having a passion for new challenges, will also make you the right candidate for the job. Saturday is part of our work week. Written or verbal references will be required.
Here is your opportunity to be a part of a team that produces and influences cutting edge policy with a rewarding working environment where we focus on solutions that will assist in serving our communities. Applications close 5pm Sunday, 31 January 2016 (late applications will not be considered). Further information and application packs can be found at www.tpk.govt.nz/careers or you can request a pack by emailing vacancy@tpk.govt.nz
If you want to be home every night and work in a busy environment this could be the position you are looking for.
New Zealand’s top candidates are watching this space
This is an outstanding opportunity to work for a well established company, great work environment with excellent working conditions. In return for your dedication and hard work, you will be rewarded with a competitive wage, the levels of which will be determined by the experience of the successful applicants.
To post your job vacancy, call 09 373 6490 or email heraldjobs@nzme.co.nz
We work in a drug free industry. Pre-employment and random drug testing occur. A medical may be required. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency. If you think you might like to work in this busy, friendly company, and you have the necessary skills, then don’t hesitate to contact us:
Gleeson & Cox Transport Ltd Email: ians@gleesoncox.co.nz
Advanced Nursing Team NEWLY ESTABLISHED AND NOW RECRUITING FOR THREE VITAL ROLES:
Nurse Practitioner Clinical Nurse Advisor Clinical Support Assistant Visit mercyascot.co.nz for details
A RARE AND TRULY EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF THE FUTURE OF NEW ZEALAND’S LARGEST PRIVATE SURGICAL FACILITY. This team will strengthen our nurse led clinical capability by providing 24/7 operational support, immediate escalation response and clinical liaison across Mercy and Ascot Hospitals. In any one of these roles, you’ll play an imperative role in offering ongoing clinical guidance and operational support to nurses, patients and their families.
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NELSON BASED NEW OPPORTUNITY
With a vision to make the Thames-Coromandel a preferred location to live, work and raise a family the Thames-Coromandel District is widely spread across a region that enjoys some of New Zealand’s most stunning recreational sites. The district is predominately rural, covering 2,297km2 consisting of over 50 settlements, each with its own distinct personality, history and lifestyle. Ratepayers number over 27,800. The Council employs 164 FTEs and has a total operating revenue of $75 million.
Network Tasman owns and operates the electricity distribution network in the wider Nelson and Tasman areas, providing power to over 38,000 connections across 10,800 square kilometres.
The Council is looking to appoint an experienced and proven leader who will be able to ensure an appropriate balance between the needs of the citizens, business, economic development and the natural environment to realise its ambitious and progressive future plans.
Looking forward, this will involve balancing the need for continued investment in the network with the introduction of new technologies and distributed generation units to consumers.
This is a highly attractive opportunity either for experienced leaders or for high potential candidates with a proven strategic leadership track record. Essential experience includes strategic planning and thinking, commercial and financial acumen, and the ability to build outstanding stakeholder relationships. The successful individual may already have experience as an outstanding executive in local government or a similar background within the private sector. If you possess a forward thinking approach to promoting a truly unique district and encouraging its economic growth, this position should be seriously considered. Candidates can download a position description and apply online at www.sheffield.co.nz. To apply by email, please attach your cover letter and CV and send to cvakl@sheffield.co.nz quoting 036410NZH. Applications close on 15 February 2016. Emails will be electronically acknowledged and further correspondence may be by email. For more information please phone Ian Taylor on 09 367 1501 (DDI) or Raewyn Brown 09 367 1535.
Network Tasman’s mission is to operate low-cost, open-access networks that deliver outstanding reliability and efficiency while maintaining shareholder value.
Accordingly, the Board are seeking to appoint a candidate who can manage the business as it provides continued security of supply with exploring and pursuing new opportunities for growth. Candidates will be able to point to a track record of success in the electricity, telco, technology or infrastructure sectors. This will be complemented by strong leadership and commercial skills and proven strategic thinking, innovation and financial acumen gained within a complex, changing environment.
Candidates can download a position description and apply online at www.sheffield.co.nz. To apply by email, please attach your cover letter and CV and send to cvchc@sheffield.co.nz quoting reference number 084551NZH. Closing date: 14 February 2016. Emails will be electronically acknowledged and further correspondence may be by email. Consultant: Mike Stenhouse on 03 353 4352 (DDI).
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Grow your Career, Grow our Community, Enjoy doing it in Hawke’s Bay Home to some of the world’s best fruit growing, horticulture, wine growing and production, sheep and beef farming and forestry, and related manufacturing and service industries, the Hastings District is the economic powerhouse of Hawke’s Bay. It combines a large rural land area with a vibrant urban community centred on Hastings City and the villages of Havelock North and Flaxmere, within the stunning context of Hawke’s Bay. The District faces a number of opportunities and challenges. There is significant potential for further economic growth, and huge potential and talent among the people of the district. Alongside this some residents face challenges associated with inequality and social deprivation. Council has committed to a sustainable development approach that places a strong emphasis on economic and social development, alongside protection of the productive capacity of the Heretaunga Plains and surrounding areas, the provision of high quality infrastructure and services, and high levels of amenity. Following a retirement and resignations, and a reshaping of the organisation, there are three senior leadership roles available that would suit high performing, energetic and committed individuals:
Group Manager: Economic Growth & Organisation Improvement
This role coordinates and leads Council’s efforts to position the district as a premier location for investment, living and tourism, and to develop the organisation’s capability to deliver to business and the community. A key focus is on facilitating business growth and investment, continued improvement in customer service delivery, marketing, events and communication initiatives. In addition, this position leads initiatives in support of improved service delivery in support of economic and social development policy goals and to continue to positively transform business systems, practices and approach. Helping the organisation to harness opportunities from technology advances and ‘disruptive’ technologies will also be a key element of the role. Review the position description on line at www.sheffield.co.nz, job reference: 871118NZH.
Group Manager: Community Facilities and Programmes
Chief Financial Officer
This role combines management and development of a range of community services and facilities including libraries, the Hastings City Art Gallery, swimming pools, cemeteries and the Crematorium, Housing for Older Adults, sports and community centres and halls, and Splash Planet, along with leadership of programmes to advance Council’s social and youth development goals for the community. Delivering high levels of amenity, supporting safe, vibrant and connected neighbourhoods and working with employers and agencies to help youth transition into employment, training or further education are key areas of focus for the role.
This role leads the development of financial strategy and the provision of high quality financial management, planning and advice to Council across the full scope of activities. Therefore, prudent financial management and alignment between Council expenditure and strategic policy goals, sound financial and economic analysis, and ensuring effectiveness of financial management, including monitoring and evaluation of work programmes, budget development and review, statutory reporting, treasury management, rating policy and management, and procurement management are key areas of focus.
Review the position description on line at www.sheffield.co.nz, job reference: 655671NZH.
Review the position description on line at www.sheffield.co.nz, job reference: 506753NZH.
Candidates can download a position description and apply online at www.sheffield.co.nz. To apply by email, please attach your cover letter and CV and send to cvakl@sheffield.co.nz quoting the appropriate reference number. Applications close on 12 February 2016. Emails will be electronically acknowledged and further correspondence may be by email. For more information please phone Christien Winter on 09 367 1514 (DDI) or Nicholas Buck on 027 474 5366.
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CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Chief Information Officer is responsible for leading the Technology function at NZME, whilst driving significant strategic, transformational and operational change programs across multiple platforms. The CIO will be required to develop and oversee the implementation of a technology infrastructure strategy to support the current & future business needs of the combined NZME group. Focus areas include enhancing IT capability, improving business engagement and shaping and delivering the most compelling IT strategy and architecture. As an experienced CIO with strong industry experience and leadership credentials you will also be able to demonstrate skills beyond traditional technology management including IT strategy, architecture, stakeholder engagement, and partner and vendor management. You’ll be naturally and proactively customer focused; a strong and engaging leader, with a focus on delivering cultural transformation and uplift. The ability to coach and mentor a team to continuously build capability through a hands on approach will be key to success. In return you’ll be working for an organisation whose vision is to be first in news, sport and entertainment through being in tune, and tuned in. We live and breathe our values to: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident. Located in central Auckland in our state of the art new building (complete with barista!) this is an opportunity to join NZ’s top media company with a fantastic culture where you’ll be given the reins to lead through a technology perspective and truly add value. This is no ordinary company and no ordinary role, so we’re not after an ordinary CIO. To showcase why you’re the best fit for the role, please send your application including CV and covering letter to: kylie.telford@nzme.co.nz
GM CUSTOMER NZME have a strategic imperative to be audience centric, and with that in mind the newly created role of GM Customer, reporting in to the COO will need to develop the right insights, data and tools to embed an ‘audience first’ culture across the organisation. The role will have a holistic view across customer experience, interactions and direct communications to grow customer lifetime value. This is a pivotal leadership role within NZME to champion customer; to drive the customer strategy and the acquisition, growth and retention of digital & non digital customers. The creation of digital centric experiences, development of omni channel capability and customer contact strategy across all touch points to drive both relationship and engagement along with the delivery of insight driven customer propositions will be key to success in this role. We’re looking for someone out of the box amazing here; so previous success in the leading and managing a call centre environment and an in depth understanding of how it fits and can be utilised in customer strategy and a sales operating model is essential. As an experienced communicator you will be well versed in delivering and growing engagement through a multiplatform messaging strategy. Your ability to innovate locally and nationally through strategic data insights to deliver new revenue opportunities and customer propositions across the group will be key. In return you’ll be working for an organisation whose vision is to be first in news, sport and entertainment through being in tune, and tuned in. We live and breathe our values to: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident. Located in central Auckland in our state of the art new building (complete with barista!) this is an opportunity to join NZ’s top media company with a fantastic culture where you’ll be given the reins to lead through a customer engagement perspective and truly add value. To apply please send a CV and cover letter to: kylie.telford@nzme.co.nz
HEAD OF CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT The Head of Customer Engagement is a key leadership role designed to lead the digital customer engagement strategy across key NZME brands to deliver propositions and programmes that grow audience and customer lifetime value. Ownership of the customer journey and experience, insight driven customer membership propositions, development and delivery of content personalisation and the implementation of direct marketing campaigns will be essential components of the role. This is not your everyday opportunity and we’re not looking for an everyday new team member. You’ll need to be a wizz when it comes to customer engagement; with proven expertise in utilising data, product, proposition and direct digital marketing to develop multi-platform membership strategies, plans and communications. You’ll be able to demonstrate previous success in customer lifecycle programmes, segmentation and content marketing, customer memberships and subscriptions, all this combined with being an inspirational leader, mentor and coach. Here is the chance to really take ownership and deliver the customer engagement strategy and be a part of an innovative, proactive media organisation. So if this sounds like you, then don’t delay because as well as offering a state of the art new building in central Auckland, and a fantastic culture where we aim to be the home of the best talent in NZ, we also stand by our values to be: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident. To apply please send a CV and cover letter to: kylie.telford@nzme.co.nz
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CREATIVE TRAFFIC MANAGER Could YOU be the one? The orderer of disorder, sworn enemy of chaos, Dalai Lama of calm and tolerance? The multi-limbed Master Juggler of Deadlines we’ve been waiting for? Ask yourself: Can you squeeze every last dollop of goodness from a talented creative team to bring light into the lives of a hard-pressed marketing team? Do you smile? A lot? If so, this one might just be for you. The good news is we’re great company: a newlyforged creative hub sitting at the heart of a newlyforged media empire – NZME, or New Zealand Media and Entertainment. Brought into being by the way of a beautiful union of APN, TRN and GrabOne, NZME is home to brands that are going places: the Herald, Viva, Driven, Bite, Canvas, TimeOut,Flava, ZM, The Hits, Hauraki, Newstalk ZB, iHeartRadio, GrabOne and many more. This role is a stonking opportunity to become a member of a great team. Were you to join us, it would seem likely you’d have: • Recent experience in a similar trafficking role. • A good understanding of both print and digital creative • Competence in Excel and Word • Competence in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop would be a bonus • Great communication skills • A proven track record of developing and maintaining workflow processes (experience with WorkFlow Max a positive) So if you’re keen to roll up your sleeves, own system and process, and take your place as the person who makes it happen, we’re going to be friends. Drop us a line with your CV to: creative@nzme.co.nz
HEALTH & SAFETY ADVISOR This is an instrumental role in supporting the Health and Safety Manger and Departmental Managers across all areas of the wider NZME group, dually based across our state of the art new building in central Auckland, and our Ellerslie premises, in the implementation of workplace health and safety. Building sound relationships across the group to provide ongoing advice and support to Manager and Health and Safety Coordinators and playing a key role in the planning, development and roll out of NZME’s new Safety Management System will be key focuses. This role will also champion our employee participation program, ensure regulatory compliance and provide injury prevention and management support. To succeed in this role you’ll need to understand the importance and seriousness of Health and Safety, but also have the ability to have fun and fit in with an innovative, go getting culture of providing an excellent service. You’ll have exceptional interpersonal skills and proven ability in leading, coaching and engagement. It goes without saying you’re experienced in occupational Health & Safety Systems and possess sound knowledge of NZ H&S Legislation and its application in the workplace. You’ll know ACC process, programs, auditing and lingo like the back of your hand, but have the ability to seamlessly make sense of it for the wider business. In return we’re offering the chance to work in a fantastic team in an innovative, proactive media organisation where no two days will be the same. We foster an environment of aiming to be the home of the best talent in NZ, and stand by our values to be: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident. Apply with CV and covering letter to: frana.lindsay@nzme.co.nz
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RISK & COMPLIANCE MANAGER
ACCOUNT MANAGER – RADIO
The Risk and Compliance Manager will report in to the Chief Financial Officer, but liaise closely with the wider group financial services team. Primarily the role is required to gather and manage information, analyse risks, and recommend courses of action relating to risk management and governance across the NZME businesses. Fully understanding operational needs and preferences and using this information to ensure appropriate solutions are developed, communicated and implemented will be key.
The Account Manager will be lead for our clients to grow their own business using NZME. The role will work collaboratively to develop short and longterm strategies to increase NZME. market share and revenue. As a multi-media specialist the role will champion the full range of NZME. products and services across the group ensuring clients receive an optimum media solution through a thorough understanding of B2B mechanics. Key to success will be the formulation of an ongoing new business development plan within the category ensuring NZME. continues to grow as in integrated media organisation.
It’s essential that you’re a qualified Chartered Accountant with at least five years relevant experience, and in possession of an audit background. You’ll also have a deep understanding of business system processes, internal control and governance, combined with a good understanding of risk management and related processes. As a natural problem solver and a strong communicator, you’ll have a “can do” attitude and be results focused. In return you’ll be working for an organisation whose vision is to be first in news, sport and entertainment through being in tune, and tuned in. We live and breathe our values to: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident. Located in central Auckland in our state of the art new building (complete with barista!) this is an opportunity to join NZ’s top media company with a fantastic culture where you can truly add value. If this fits the bill for the next step in your career path then we encourage you to apply asap by sending a CV and cover letter through to: kylie.telford@nzme.co.nz
In return you’ll be working with a rocking, fun team of sales geniuses who partner with the end client to ensure we are delivering and excelling on expectations. We operate in a culture fostering development and make no bones of our aim to be No. 1 in news, sport and entertainment. We’re not looking for seat fillers, we want your amazing brain to be fully engaged. We’re looking for you to add value. We also want you to be excited about coming to work and what you are going to achieve. This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the largest and fastest-growing multimedia companies in Australasia so no everyday CV will cut the mustard, I need to be blown away. In fact, when I see your CV there should be no question you are the one to join my team. Don’t forget a cover letter, and send both through to: peter.revell@nzme.co.nz
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Fashion & Beauty, Health & Wellbeing
GROUP ACCOUNT DIRECTOR - DRIVEN If you’ve got the skills and experience to be in pole position with NZME as the Group Account Director for the Driven team, then get into gear and apply now. This is an opportunity to join an iconic brand as the senior sales and management lead for a unique crew of individuals who unashamedly work hard / play hard, live and breathe the Driven dream and never lose focus for success of the Driven brand. We’re after a turbo charged superstar to be part of our strategic sales team; who will work collaboratively to develop short and long-term strategies to increase the NZME Automotive Category market share and revenue. As a multimedia specialist the role will champion the full range of NZME products and services across the group ensuring clients receive an optimum media solution through a thorough understanding of media mechanics. Key to success will be the formulation of an ongoing new business development plan within the category ensuring NZME continues to grow as in integrated media organisation. This role is not suited for the faint hearted. But it comes with massive rewards and career growth opportunities if you’re willing to put your foot down. NZME delivers multimedia solutions across digital, print, radio, experiential and e-commerce where we constantly push the boundaries to get results for our clients. To achieve this you must be able to demonstrate proactive account and people management abilities, and you’ll need to be innovative, courageous and have a massive sense of fun as we’re all about engagement and culture. Take the wheel for this outstanding opportunity to join one of the largest and fastest-growing multimedia companies in Australasia; no everyday CV will cut the mustard, I need to be blown away. In fact, when I see your CV there should be no question you are the one to join my team. Don’t forget a cover letter, and send both through to: annika.doggett@nzme.co.nz
We’re looking for our next superstar to join the Direct Fashion & Beauty / Health & Wellbeing team. You’ll be great with detail, quick to learn new systems, love a fast paced environment, and enjoy dealing with people. Multitasking will be your forte, you thrive on a busy environment and are a superstar when it comes to relationship building This role is an essential part of the team and integral to our success, working across both categories who require a high level of communication, admin , and sales support. All this while keeping our clients happy too, and a natural smile on your face that’s a part of your fantastic attitude and outlook. Your future team-mates are a great bunch who enjoy working hard, striving for success and having fun along with it - we don’t think that you will have much problem fitting in with them. Why don’t you send us your CV? (Be sure to include a cover letter introducing yourself). Don’t worry too much about specific experience, we can give you that in spades, we just need to see your enthusiasm and passion. If you do have any previous media experience that would be great, but it’s not essential. This is a great role to springboard your next step into the media world, and we’re here to help you do exactly that. And for all this we’re offering an incredibly inspirational crew to work with, in a supportive environment who all live and breathe our values to: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident in our aim to be the home of the best talent in NZ. We’re also housed in state of the art new premises in central Auckland with an onsite barista and your pick of the hottest new cafes and bars. This is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply now with CV and covering letter displaying your brilliance to: paula.blind@nzme.co.nz
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With business confidence high many employees — especially those in Auckland — should get a pay rise this year.
Pay rise on cards for 2016 Recruitment consultants Robert Walters believes Aucklanders are in store for a pay rise this year, Danielle Wright finds out why
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f you overspent during the holidays, relax. According to recruitment consultants Robert Walters’ annual survey of more than 500 business professionals in New Zealand, nearly three quarters expect a pay rise or bonus this year. The respondents were from a number of industries including accounting, banking, financial services, human resources, information technology, procurement, supply chain, sales, marketing, secretarial and business support. James Dalrymple, director of Robert Walters Auckland, has been with the company almost 10 years and says despite some negative news out of China and dairy prices falling, there’s still a buoyant and confident business climate in Auckland, which made up 48 per cent of survey respondents. “New Zealand has been less impacted by the economic downturns of Europe and Australia and we’ve been quite stable. There’s a direct correlation between the country’s economic performance, business confidence and the likelihood of salary increases,” says Dalrymple. “Our survey results point to employees’ expecting that business confidence to filter down in the way of pay-rises and bonuses. It may not happen, but that’s the expectation.”
However, Dalrymple says businesses tend to run quite lean at the moment and notes that there have been major restructures of large corporates in the past 12 months. Redundancies and the fact employees may be taking on more responsibilities may also account for the high expectations of pay rises and bonuses. There’s also much competition for candidates. “We’re definitely seeing more movement across our candidate base driven by people moving jobs either for career progression or simply wanting better flexibility/conditions or higher salaries,” says Dalrymple. “It’s across all the sectors and is a trend for more natural churn across the workforce.” The outlook isn’t so rosy for Wellingtonians. Only 63 per cent believe they are in line for a pay rise (compared to 75 per cent in Auckland) and just 23 per cent are preparing for a bonus (compared to 49 per cent in Auckland), but it’s not down to a sunnier disposition. “Aucklanders are more optimistic about a pay rise or bonus than Wellingtonians, probably because a high proportion of Wellingtonians work for state-operated enterprises where they will not be eligible for bonuses or salary increases,” explains
Dalrymple. “Financial rewards are less likely in those sectors than in the private sector.” A survey by the Auckland Chamber of Commerce last year found that business confidence was strongest closest to the country’s economic powerhouse, which reflected the fact
(70 per cent) received a salary increase last year, and 39 per cent received a bonus payment on top of their base salary. Those in human resources, however, are the most optimistic in terms of expectations of a pay rise this year. Three quarters of respondents anticipate one, yet only 29 per cent of accounting and finance professionals expect to receive a bonus this year. Last year, just over a quarter of accounting and finance professionals (26 per cent) received a bonus — most
New Zealand has been less impacted by the economic downturns of Europe and Australia and we’ve been quite stable. There’s a direct correlation between the country’s economic performance, business confidence and the likelihood of salary increases. that the economy in Auckland was expected to grow for years to come with significant infrastructural developments under way. So, which professions will be the best off? It seems if you’re in sales and marketing you already received the biggest pay rise last year out of any of the other industries surveyed. Almost three quarters of sales and marketing professionals surveyed
were worth 1-10 per cent of their base salaries. Bonuses were more commonly awarded for meeting individual targets, for strong performance or profit generation. Just over half the IT professionals surveyed (53 per cent) received a salary increase last year and most (61 per cent) expect a pay rise this year, when 29 per cent expect a bonus. Most secretarial and business sup-
port professionals (73 per cent) expect a pay rise this year, and just 29 per cent are expecting a bonus. “Businesses across the board are working hard to retain their valued employees, [so are] proactively reviewing salaries and offering increases where appropriate as part of the retention policy,” says Dalrymple. How much should you expect? Dalrymple suggests a conservative salary increase in the range of 2-3 per cent and a good time to bring up the idea of a pay rise, if it’s not an automatic annual discussion in your company, is around performance reviews, presuming it’s a positive review and you can answer yes to the question, “Do I deserve a pay rise?” If you’re asking for a rise, put your case forward without making it personal. State the facts of how you’ve increased the businesses opportunities or bottom-line, rather than talking about your high mortgage repayments and the cost of living. You’ll also want to go into the meeting armed with information about how much others in your industry earn in comparison so you know your market rate, and be aware if your job is in high demand or if plenty of people are waiting to fill your shoes. Gather endorsements from clients and bring up recent achievements and be prepared to negotiate. If you’re a contractor, you might have to wait for a pay increase because the survey focused only on permanent candidates.
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STATEGY PLANNER 6 month contract
The role of the Strategy Planner is to develop and deliver innovative, results focused, strategic media solutions utilising NZME’s wide range of brands and media platforms. This will involve proactive, customer focused media and channel agnostic solutions to drive growth targets and NZME’s position in the market as the media partner of choice. We’re after someone who will challenge the status quo; who demonstrates better thinking through use of insights and data for optimal suture focused solutions. It’s a must that your communication and relationship building skills are top notch. You’ll have a honed understanding of digital media, advertising, marketing and social media gained from within the industry and display natural instincts and insights that can be commercialised with positive yield. Constant change won’t worry you, in fact you’ll thrive on it. On offer in return is an incredibly inspiration crew to work with who all live and breathe our values to: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident in an environment aiming to be the home of the best talent in NZ. This is an awesome opportunity that doesn’t come along every day, so get your CV and cover letter together asap and send to: kylie.telford@nzme.co.nz
CULTURE AND PERFORMANCE ADMINISTRATOR NZME is New Zealand’s premier integrated media company, with a portfolio of market leading newspaper, radio, digital, events and experiential platforms that connect with 3.1million Kiwis every week. With iconic brands such as the NZ Herald, ZM, ZB and nzherald.co.nz whether reading, listening, watching or engaging with our brands they can get the content they want, from us – where and when they want it. Help! Help! As the importance of Culture and Performance has grown at NZME in our quest to be the home of the best talent in NZ so too is our incredibly talented and people focused team, and now we need an Administrator to help keep us afloat. The role will be key in providing administrative support for the team as well as being a source of knowledge on talent related processes for people managers across the business. The creation and delivery of seamless people processes to support organisational objectives will be pivotal to success. If you’ve previously swum in HR or related waters, have a level understanding of NZ HR related law and legislation, HR systems and processes and ideally some experience with employment agreements, we’re keen to hear from you. It goes without saying your admin skills are second to none and you’re well versed in MS Office systems and familiar with technology, with exceptional attention to detail. But most importantly you’re a natural people person, quick to laugh & smile with a can do attitude, ready to change tacks in an instant. In return we’re offering a pro-development, supportive environment where we live and breathe our values to: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident. We’re also housed in state of the art new premises in central Auckland with an onsite barista and your pick of the hottest new cafes and bars. This is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply now with CV and covering letter displaying your brilliance to: simon.brown@nzme.co.nz
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GM EVENTS The GM Events is an incredible opportunity to champion, lead and manage NZME’s events business through the establishment and delivery of high quality, engaging events that deliver YOY profit growth. We’re after an event professional to lead NZME’s event strategy and business plan to ensure NZME achieve and retain a market leading position in events delivery, operations and financial growth. Of course, you will have strong commercial acumen, a background in event management and operations and be prepared to get stuck in to ‘make it happen’. To fit in around here, you will need to be a naturally creative thinker with out of the box solutions and the ability to change tack on the fly. You’ll love a fast paced, ever changing environment where quality relationships and communication matter and where you’ll be valued for your ability to lead, grow & develop an expert team. Our vision is to be first in news, sport and entertainment through being in tune, and tuned in. We live and breathe our values to: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident. We’re located in central Auckland in a state of the art new building and boast a fantastic culture so don’t miss this opportunity to join NZ’s top media company where you will “own” the Events business. Apply now by showcasing your talents via CV and cover letter to: kylie.telford@nzme.co.nz
PA EXTRAORDINAIRE Fixed Term, parental cover
As most of you know (or you should!) our amazing PA for the Commercial team at NZME has temporarily departed to have her first baby (it’s a boy and he’s gorgeous!), who she understandably loves more than us at the moment. We need to fill her very big shoes urgently as we’re just beginning to realise how much she meant to us and how much we needed her! It’s a hive of activity, noise, work and fun in this area of the building. No two days are the same, there’s a lot to do, but it’s an awesome environment to be in. The role supports four of our Sales Directors (and their teams where required) who work closely together on ensuring NZME is No1 in news, sport and entertainment. You’ll be doing anything and everything to ensure these directors are under control – diary & email management, meeting & event organisation, presentations, reports, travel arrangements and project work could all form a part of your day. So you’ll need to be super organised, patient, a natural people person, be well versed in office systems and processes and a dab hand at just about everything! You’ll have a sense of humour and enjoy a bit of fun, stay calm under pressure and be in possession of a ready smile. Bonus points if you make a mean caramel slice! And for all this we’re offering a fixed term role you can sink your teeth into, an incredibly inspirational crew to work with, in a supportive environment who all live and breathe our values to: Be Connected, Be Curious and Be Confident in our aim to be the home of the best talent in NZ. If is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply now with CV and covering letter displaying your brilliance to: kylie.telford@nzme.co.nz
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EA
Fixed Term, parental cover Our superstar EA to the Group Directors is off to have her first baby, and whilst we’re thrilled for her it means we have a pretty big role to fill while she enters the world of motherhood. We’re cutting edge and dynamic, and need someone who can cope with numerous demands in an ever changing environment with a smile and aplomb! The role exists primarily to assist, support and anticipate the requirements of the two Group Directors – truly being their right hand person, duties will include, but not be limited to: • Undertaking the day to day administrative on behalf of the Group Directors and their key people • Diary & email management • Travel arrangements • Preparation of PowerPoint presentations, reports and documentation • Project work • Handling confidential issues and information • Co-ordinating and organising meetings, functions and events • Administration • Ensuring the department / office operates smoothly, efficiently and effectively As an experienced and accomplished EA you’ll be able to demonstrate your exceptional administration & organisational abilities, be proactive and savvy enough to switch from one task to another in a moment’s notice, at the same time making accurate priority and judgement calls and all with an exceptional attitude! If you’re high energy, vivacious and in possession of a wicked sense of humour, you’ll fit in well at NZME. Be prepared to muck in where needed, showcasing your professional approach, sound technical skills and drive for accountability and ownership. The role is located in central Auckland in our state of the art new offices, where we offer a dynamic culture with focus on career development, work/ life balance and fun at work! If you think this sounds like you, send a covering letter along with your CV to: kylie.telford@nzme.co.nz
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nzherald.co.nz
The New Zealand Herald | Wednesday, February 3, 2016
WHAT’S KEEPING YOU AWAKE? These balmy evenings have played havoc with getting a good night’s sleep this week haven’t they? But as a business owner or CEO we know of a few more reasons that might keep you awake at night.
One being finding the right talent to power your business.
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84%* of New Zealand based CEOs are concerned about the availability of key skills in the workforce. It’s not just a big challenge facing companies, but also our country as we continue to grow and operate in a global market. At HainesAttract we continue to help companies hire and retain the right talent, while building your company’s profile as a great place to work. Whether it’s quickly filling a factory floor with engaged and capable people, recruiting skilled talent from off-shore (and handling those late night phone calls), to hiring the right customer service team to deal with your valued customers, or working with you to help build your brand as a great place to work from the inside out, we have it covered. Our strength is in our market pedigree and our end-to-end recruitment service partnerships across these brands:
To find out more visit us at hainesattract.co.nz or call 0800 170 019 – ask for Hamish in Auckland or Paul in other regions. *http://www.pwc.co.nz/nz-ceo-survey-2015/
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City Care Civil Construction delivers future-ready infrastructure solutions throughout New Zealand, and are rapidly growing with expansion into the Auckland market – start your City Care journey!
LABOURERS
OceanaGold is experiencing phenomenal growth including exploration and development on the international stage. OceanaGold’s Macraes Operation has expanded with the mining of Coronation Pit underway. This is an exciting time to be joining New Zealand’s largest gold mining company. Our vacancies would suit motivated individuals who have a strong safety focus and solid work ethic, from entry level to experienced positons available.
Get paid while you learn! Bring your hard-working, can-do attitude, and we’ll provide the training you need, as you work on a large variety of civil construction projects across Auckland. Take on this unique opportunity to join a small and growing team, earn competitive rates and work with state-of-the-art tools. If you have a Full Class 1 driver’s licence and enjoy the outdoors and physical activity, we’d like to hear from you.
OPERATORS
If you are an individual who takes pride in everything you do and would like an opportunity to become part of our team, we want to hear from you!
We are looking for self-motivated, highly skilled Operators to join our Civil Construction Team and be involved with on-going construction and development work across a variety of projects in Auckland. Join our dynamic, successful and expanding company and enjoy working in an environment where no two days are the same!
Now is a great time to join our team so make the most of the opportunity - apply now
DRAINLAYERS
Make 2016 your year for change and come and join us at the Macraes Operation. Our vacancies include:
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Mine Operators (Truck Drivers) Maintenance Fitters Fleet Maintenance Technicians Stores
• Trades Assistants • Underground Mine Surveyor • Senior Human Resource Advisor
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If you are around Christchurch on 5 February we are having an Open Day - please call Claire Carruthers for more details on 03 479 4757. For more information or to apply, please visit our careers website www.careers.oceanagold.com.
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Be at the forefront of something new and exciting as City Care’s Civil Construction team grows in Auckland. We currently have both permanent and temporary opportunities for experienced and newly qualified Drainlayers to join us on our journey. Newly qualified? You’ll be given all the tools and training required to be successful and grow. Already experienced? Have the opportunity to head up your own team! If you have a strong work ethic, and can-do attitude then we’d love to hear from you! We’re all about rewarding our people for their hard work, while keeping them 100% safe, and helping them achieve work/life balance. Any questions? Please contact Andy Hunt on 027 645 1443. All successful applicants will need to pass a pre-employment medical, drug screening test and occupational health and safety orientation test.
For more information on our current vacancies please visit workwithus.citycare.co.nz