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Situations Vacant Situations Vacant DIRECTOR (DEVELOPMENT) New Zealand Volunteer Service Abroad (Inc), which has a volunteer programme spanning 16 countries of the Pacific, Asia and Africa, wishes to appoint a Director (Development) who will have specific responsibility for identitifying, planning and implementing new projects in these and other areas. Ensuring the future growth and viability of VSA will also include the evaluation of exisitng programmes, securing a high level of private and public sector funding, developing VSA’s education programme within Aotearoa/New Zealand and liaison with other development agencies both here and overseas. The position will involve a major contribution to VSA’s future. Particular requirements are: • Proven top level experience in overseas aid and development • Wide knowledge of development issues facing overseas countries and Aotearoa/ New Zealand • Strong management record • Expert negotiating skills at national and international level • Proven strategic planning and budgeting abilities • Exceptional, interpersonal skills This is an extremely challenging and satisfying position for an energetic person who will be required to work closely with the Director (Operations) in a small highly motivated team. The successful applicant will be expected to take up the appointment by mid 1989. Applications close March 31, 1989. For futher information and an application form write to: The Chairperson Volunteer Service Abroad P.O. Box 12-246 Wellington Ph. (04) 725-759 Telex NZ31648 L —WSZV DISTRICT MANAGER SELWYN DISTRICT COUNCIL This is a new local authority position which has arisen from the recently announced restructuring of Local Government In Canterbury. The new district represents the re-organisation of five existing local authority areas and has created an opportunity for an experienced and resourceful manager. This position calls for a person with a proven record of achievement at a managerial level preferably In Local Government or like service although applicants in different disciplines will be given equal consideration. The Selwyn District will extend from the Southern Alps to the sea and between the Waimakariri and Rakaia Rivers but excluding the metropolitan area of Christchurch. It will commence operations as from October 1989. This is an opportunity for a motivated person who is prepared to accept responsibility to enter employment with a strong rural-based authority. A suitable contract of employment will be entered into and the remuneration package will be commensurate with the position. Conditions of employment etc., can be obtained from the Chairman, Selwyn District Transition Committee, C/- Malvern County Council, P.O. Box 1, Darfield, telephone (0516 ) 88-416. DISTRICT MANAGER WAIMAKARIRI DISTRICT COUNCIL This is a new Local Body position arising from Local Government restructuring. The new District north of Waimakariri represents the uniting of 5 existing Local Bodies to create an organisation to administer and promote one of the most progressive areas in New Zealand. The territory covered by the Authority extends from the Puketeraki Ranges to the Pacific and between the Waimakariri and Kowal Rivers, an area covering 2746 sq kilometres and containing some 25,000 residents. The area will be served by Central Office in Ranglora with strong Local Offices at Kaiapol and Oxford all of which will offer the range of services traditionally supplied by Local Authorities. The organisation will be structured to provide an efficient service to the public with a high degree of people orientation. There will be a need to set clear goals and performance targets. The primary task facing the District Manager will be the Integration of the existing separate organisation with some 150 staff. The District Manager will play a leading role In the development of Organisation Structure and the selection of the Senior Management team. This team will be charged with the responsibility of staffing its division. The Organisation will commence operation in October, 1989. The management and personal qualities sought include staff motivation skills, a commitment to service the community, well developed communications skills, strong result orientation and the ability to work in both an Urban and Rural environment. Applicants must have a record of achievement in a progressive organisation which may be in the Local Authority, Central Government or Private sector. The successful applicant is most likely to be between 30 and 55 years of age. The District Manager may hold a University Degree or be a qualified member of a professional Association, relevant to Local Government, but considerable weight will be lent to experience and expertise in the field of management. The successful candidate will be expected to start as soon as practicable. This is an opportunity for a motivated person who is prepared to accept responsibility for an important leadership role in a most progressive district. A suitable contract of employment will be negotiated and the remuneration package will reflect the seniority of this position. Applications in writing giving full work history and personal details close with the Chairman, Waimakariri District Council,'Transmission Committee, C/o Kaiapol Borough Council, P.O. Box 102, Kaiapol, at 4 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 1989. Conditions of appointment and schedule of duties are available from the offices of the Kaiapol Borough Council, the Rangiora District Council and the Oxford County Council. K. A. LAMB, Secretary GENERAL MANAGER LEVELS GENTECH, LTD, is a Canterbury based company which is involved with embryo transplant work with cattle, sheep, goats and deer. The company also imports bovine semen from the U.S.A. and distributes through a network of agents throughout New Zealand. Due to the present General Manager moving overseas this position will now become vacant. The position is based in Christchurch and carries a competitive salary and good conditions. The applicant would need to have a proven ability in finances, administration, and a sound knowledge of stud dairy cattle is essential. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Please apply in writing, with references, to: GENERAL MANAGER, LEVELS GENTECH, LTD, ; P.O. BOX 9002, * CHRISTCHURCH.