Director, Strategy & Engagement

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The Director, Strategy &Engagement will form part of the Corporate Leadership team and is at theheart of the relationship and interaction with governance,setting the forward strategic planning agenda for Hutt City Council,co-ordinating input from the Business Groups to support thecreation of a compelling vision, a robust plan andcomprehensive performance and accountability measures. The Directorwill stretch Council's ambition by continuously scanning the horizonto identify new opportunities and will champion the 'voice of thecustomer' across the Council. They will oversee the functionsof Strategy and Planning, Communications and Engagement, EmergencyManagement, Democratic Services, and the EPMO.

• A leadership style that is collaborative, open, influential andbuilds coalitions to mobilise innovation and achieve results
• Well-developed strategic thinking and thoughtleadership skills
• Proven people-leadership experience of managingmanagers
• Political and financial acumen
• Sound decision-making and judgement capability
• An ability to work in a highly complex environmentand deal with ambiguity
• A strong community focus and be known for getting things done.