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Director of Operations 

Full time position: 37.5 hours

Location: Wellington Central

Classification: CEO & General Management - Director of Operations

(salary up to $120,000 | Kiwisaver | carparking)

We are looking for an exceptional business leader with a positive, can-do attitude that motivates and energises staff to deliver outcomes. 

As the Director of Operations, you will help the organisation to execute long-term and short-term plans by applying judgment, vision, management, and leadership.

To be successful in this role you will need to have:
  • Proven experience as Director of Operations, Chief Operating Officer or relevant role
  • Strong leadership, commercial, business, and e-commerce skills
  • Understanding of and experience in business functions
  • Understanding of the not-for-profit and/or social services environment
  • Experience in working with or alongside multicultural professional and service organisations
  • Working knowledge of data analysis and performance / operation metrics, IT, business infrastructure, and MS Office
  • Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
  • Experience in developing and maintaining meaningful partnerships with individuals, communities, and organisations to deliver projects
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or relevant business experience

Job Description (PDF download)

If you are interested in this exciting career opportunity, please apply via Seek - enclosing a cover letter outlining your reasons for applying for this position along with an up-to-date CV. 

Only candidates with the right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand will be considered. Applications close on Monday 20 January 2025

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