Chief Executive Officer
CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK
Man Alive
Executive Summary
The Opportunity:
As a leading social and community sector agency based in Tamaki Makaurau and Te Tai Tokerau, Man Alive provides an ever-increasing range of services to men to enable them to engage effectively in society. Man Alive promotes positive models of manhood, healthy behaviours, and respectful loving relationships.
Man Alive’s current Chief Executive has resigned after leading a series of changes to Man Alive’s vision, mission, systems, processes, and branding. The Man Alive Board is now looking for a new Chief Executive to take it forward. The organisation is in a strong position, and significant growth opportunities are on the horizon.
The Role:
As the face of the organisation the Chief Executive is accountable for working with the Board to develop the strategic direction and for ensuring the achievement of the strategy. The Chief executive is also responsible for securing and implementing growth opportunities. Man Alive operates in an environment of constant change in community needs and policy and funding arrangements and is increasingly involved in collaborative work with other agencies.
As the successful candidate you will ensure that all aspects of the business are working effectively – including negotiations and relations with funders, service delivery and performance, financial management, staff and contractor management, and stakeholder management. You will both support the managers and staff in leading and running the day-to-day operations and grow the organisation to take up new opportunities while always protecting the wairua of Man Alive, its core values, and viability.
The Candidate:
As the successful candidate you will have:
- Over five years of senior management experience, including in social service delivery, financial management, negotiations, and staff/contractor management
- Excellent skills in the development and delivery of the organisational strategy and operations
- Experience in managing key stakeholder relationships
- An understanding of Te Ao Māori values, commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and experience working with Māori
- An understanding of the role of the Not-For-Profit/Community sector in New Zealand
- Experience in delivering organisational and workforce development
- A formal tertiary qualification in a field relevant to the position i.e. a degree in health or social services.
For a confidential discussion about this fantastic opportunity, please get in touch with:
Dr Amanda Smith, HardyGroup Principal Consultant Australia & New Zealand
M. +64 021 502 878
Role Specification
Man Alive
From Humble Beginnings in 1996
Our Vision, Mission & Values
The vision of Man Alive | Tāne Ora is: “to build safe and compassionate communities” and its Mission is “inspiring people to make courageous change to foster healthy attitudes and behaviours.”
Values:
Whanaungatanga – we support unity, belonging, and connection through healthy relationships.
Manaakitanga – we practice respect, generosity and care.
Ahurutanga – We create open spaces for sharing.
Aroha – we are honest, empathetic, compassionate and responsive.
About Man Alive
Since 1996, Man Alive has been on a mission to provide essential services for men and boys. Our focus is to actively promote positive manhood and foster strong relationships through a diverse range of integrated services.
From its earliest beginnings, the story of Man Alive has been invested with the wisdom, heart, energy and spirit of far-sighted people committed to forging positive social change that contributes to awakening the unique spirit of men. The founders, and those succeeding them, were and still are passionate about creating opportunities for men of all ages to explore and create new ways of living. Their collective and enduring vision has engaged the imaginations of many to build strong communities grounded in rejuvenating and sustainable relationships.
Today, Man Alive is recognised as New Zealand’s largest and most comprehensive men’s centre. It has earned a strong reputation as a national leader in assisting men and boys to achieve a more positive, fulfilling and non-violent lifestyle.
We're not just about providing services; we're about igniting a positive transformation in the lives of men and boys, ultimately building communities that work for everyone.
Man Alive – Programmes and Services
- Individual Counselling
- Couples Counselling
- Youth Counselling
- Boys Alive in Schools
- Living Without Violence
- Men in relationships
- Boys Alive
- Men's Change and Support
HOW TO APPLY
The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 21 May 2024
The reference number to include in your application is H24_4811
Note: Please use the online platform to submit your application. It will not be accepted via email.
If you require assistance in submitting your application online, please get in touch with Executive Search Coordinator, Natasha Tirado: at [email protected]
Your application must include:
1. Cover letter addressed to the Principal Consultant;
2. A written response addressing the key selection criteria and
3. An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae
It Is standard practice for HardyGroup to acknowledge receipt of your application no later than the next business day. We request that if you do not receive the acknowledgement, you contact the search coordinator listed above as soon as possible after the 24-hour business period and arrange to resend your application if necessary.
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Dr Amanda Smith
HardyGroup Principal Consultant Australia & New Zealand
M. +64 021 502 878
David Hughes
National Manager, New Zealand, HardyGroup
M. +64 21 286 4470
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