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The Chief Executive Officer has overall accountability for the strategic direction, performance, culture, and sustainability of New Zealand Rural Leaders. This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally respected charitable organisation with deep roots in the rural sector, strong commercial discipline, and a clear purpose: to grow leaders who make a difference.
Job Responsibility:
Build on a strong legacy while shaping the next phase of growth
Lead a highly engaged team, partners, and facilitators
Strengthen financial sustainability and partner confidence
Champion innovation in leadership development
Represent NZ Rural Leaders across industry, government, and community
Strategic Leadership and Execution
Culture, People and Leadership Development
Stakeholder and Partner Relationships
Financial and Risk Stewardship
Brand, Reputation and Influence
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Chief Executive or equivalent senior leader
Strong strategic, commercial, and people leadership capability
Experience working effectively with a Board and governance structures
A genuine affinity with or deep understanding of New Zealand’s rural and food and fibre sector
A leadership style that is collaborative, grounded, and values-led
Integrity, the ability to build trust, and the humility to listen, learn, and bring others with you
The confidence to lead change thoughtfully, enhancing what already works, and developing strategies to ensure ongoing success
Motivated by purpose and the opportunity to enhance New Zealand’s primary sector through the growth of its leaders
What we offer:
Lead an organisation with national impact and international connections
Work alongside a highly engaged Board, partners, and alumni community
Shape the future of leadership in New Zealand’s most critical sector
Be part of a values-driven organisation that genuinely gives back