Business Development Navigator
The Organisation
He oranga Whenua, He oranga Tangata, He oranga Wairua. Tihei Mauriora!
At Rangitikei District Council, we celebrate individuality. Diversity is at the heart of what we do, and we believe in bringing together thoughts, perspectives, and expression from all kinds of backgrounds. People are key to building the best organisation and providing the best services for our community. We mean it when we say we want to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where we value all different types of experiences. Our team strive to create a space and culture where you feel like you belong.
Our commitment is to provide our staff with every opportunity for training and development to not only ensure that they are at the top of their professions, but to encourage a balance between work and play that allows you to enjoy life. Our vision is to make this place home.
Values
We are driven by our values.
We aim to be an outstanding place to work, where people feel a sense of common purpose and take pride in what we accomplish.
Our smaller structure means when you join RDC you can make a real difference. Our close-knit team have an impact on one another and the local community every day.
If you are interested in getting involved in new and exciting opportunities, there is always support available to help you stretch and achieve your goals.
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person to coordinate and support our local business development initiatives across the Rangitikei District. You will also be working alongside our regional stakeholders to support the implementation of our regional economic development.
This is a full-time permanent role based in Marton, but travel through the district.
What you'll do
- Coordinate responses to enquiries from businesses, developers, etc., who wish to explore opportunities to establish or expand a business in the Rangitīkei district.
- Coordinate Council led business and economic development projects
- Proactively develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in Rangitīkei’s business community, including Iwi, primary industry, and tourism.
- Review and update Council’s Economic Development Strategy as required and facilitate the implementation of the Strategy initiatives.
- Work with regional and national organisations to support and facilitate other strategic initiatives and plans that enable economic growth and development.
- Work with Developers to ensure they know all about the supporting information needed to help ensure any consenting application can be processed in a timely manner.
- Seek business focused solutions on relevant policy changes and educate businesses on Council processes and requirements.
What we're looking for
- Knowledge and understating of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Degree in business, marketing or a related discipline and / or a minimum of five years’ experience in a related field (equivalent body of knowledge to degree level)
- Experience in identifying and implementing innovative business solutions
- Experience in business risk
- Strong networking and a consultative approach with a diverse range of people
- Understanding of industry and business development issues in a wider economic development context
- Understanding of the local government sector
- Self-motivated, proactive, and organised.
- Flexible with a strong work ethic, noting that some of our groups may not be able to meet during typical ‘office hours’
- Able to think strategically but also to drop down into the detail when needed
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent digital skills
Benefits
- Flexible and remote working options
- Personalised career and development plans
- Individual training allowances
- Tailored wellness benefits
The closing date for this role is 5.00 pm on Sunday 6 August 2023.
For any enquiries about this role please contact Joanne Manuel, Manager Community Development at joanne.manuel@rangitikei.govt.nz or 027 223 0152.
The Rangitīkei District Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.