Director | Auckland War Memorial Museum Board

Auckland Council; Auckland; On-site; NZD 20,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary director to lead the Auckland War Memorial Museum Board. This pivotal role involves engaging with Auckland's diverse communities, driving innovation, and ensuring the Museum's mission as a bi-cultural institution. The successful candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, a deep understanding of Māori culture, and a commitment to public service. With a focus on moral leadership and wise decision-making, this opportunity promises to make a significant impact on the cultural landscape of Auckland. Join us in preserving and sharing our collective stories and heritage.

Qualifications

• Experience in engagement and service delivery for public good.
• Strong moral leadership and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Museum's role as a bi-cultural institution.
• Oversee financial management and development of the Museum.

Skills

Community Engagement

Commercial Experience

Understanding of Tikanga Māori

Public Service Ethos

Job description

Director | Auckland War Memorial Museum Board

Pay: Competitive

Location: Auckland/Auckland

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

1. Req#: 21088
2. He angitūtanga: The opportunity
3. Kia hiwa ra! Kia hiwa ra! Kia hiwa ra i tēnei tuku! Kia hiwa ra i tērā tuku! Kia hiwa ra! Kia hiwa ra!
4. The Auckland War Memorial Museum seeks connection through sharing stories of people, lands, and seas. Auckland Council is seeking a new director for 2023 to join the board and continue this important mahi.
5. Your leadership and guidance will support the Museum to be the home of our collective remembering and commemoration, inspiring innovation, curiosity, and learning, while also acting as kaitiaki of the building, collections, and taonga.
6. You will support the Museum in its role as a bi-cultural institution and sector leader.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We seek a director with appropriate skills and experience to contribute to the board and drive the desired outcomes. Key attributes include:

• Connection and understanding of Auckland’s diverse communities, with experience in engagement and service delivery for the public good
• Commercial and entrepreneurial experience
• Understanding of tikanga Māori and experience working with mana whenua, iwi, Māori groups, and organisations
• Understanding of the Museum's role as a War Memorial

You should have relevant sector experience, an understanding of the Museum's context, and a public service ethos. Personal integrity, moral leadership, and wise decision-making are essential.

O Mātou Kōrero: About Us

The Directors of the museum fulfill functions under the Auckland War Memorial Museum Act 1996, including oversight of financial management, maintenance, development, and supporting the Museum's objectives.

More information can be found at:

• Annual report: https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/your-museum/about/our-organisation/annual-plan-and-annual-report/annual-review-2021-2022
• Annual plan: https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/getmedia/19ca1954-e17a-4d3a-89eb-845165a58cb6/AM_Annual_Plan_FY2022-23_0422_06.pdf
• Role brief: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wjiCyAcs-nuK9Zhn5pl-h6n6hC2JzHzB/edit?usp=sharing

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

The initial appointment term is two years, with an annual remuneration of $19,695.

For a confidential conversation, contact: Jacinda Lloyd at [e-mail]

Applications close: 25 June 2023

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), committed to diversity and inclusion. Please advise us of any support or access requirements during the application process.

We strongly encourage our employees to be fully vaccinated.

About the company

Auckland Council is the local government authority for the Auckland Region in New Zealand.