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GM OPERATIONS PERSON SPECIFICATION<br />

These specifications strongly guide the short listing process for appointment to this position.<br />

QUALIFICATIONS<br />

Tertiary level qualification related to management, and/or significant<br />

equivalent management experience.<br />

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, a) Demonstrated ability to manage across a range of complex<br />

EXPERIENCE, ABILITIES &<br />

and varied operations with a high level of autonomy.<br />

ATTRIBUTES<br />

b) Proven structured planning capability and the ability to<br />

effectively delegate and monitor team performance<br />

delivery.<br />

c) Proven ability to effectively manage complex and multidisciplinary<br />

teams.<br />

d) Empathy and a professional approach to related sexuality<br />

and sexual issues.<br />

e) Demonstrated ability to relate to, work and communicate<br />

effectively within gay and bisexual men’s communities.<br />

f) Proven ability to multi-task, prioritise and consistently meet<br />

personal deadlines.<br />

g) A strong service delivery excellence orientation.<br />

h) Understanding of organisational marketing, branding and<br />

communications.<br />

i) Ability to significantly improve service responsiveness to<br />

Māori.<br />

j) Demonstrated ability to articulate the links between<br />

operational issues and strategic goals in a way that inspires<br />

staff.<br />

k) Excellent oral and written skills in English.<br />

l) Ability to work effectively at an organisation-wide level, see<br />

linkages and synergies and initiate collaborative and/or<br />

organisation wide activities.<br />

m) Advanced staff management skills.<br />

n) Advanced budget management skills.<br />

o) Significant experience leading people and change and in<br />

achieving desired outcomes.<br />

p) Ability to work additional and flexible hours.<br />

q) Understanding and ability to manage personal/professional<br />

boundaries.<br />

r) High levels of energy, initiative and motivation.<br />

BICULTURALISM<br />

The NZAF is committed to meaningful relationships with tangata<br />

whenua. Prospective employees who already have some<br />

knowledge of tikanga Māori and te reo Māori are preferred, and it<br />

is essential that all employees demonstrate willingness to learning<br />

in these areas.<br />

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE • Fluency in te reo Māori.<br />

• Previous experience working in HIV prevention and/or<br />

support services.<br />

Understanding of the HIV prevention and support sectors<br />

internationally.<br />

Knowledge of social marketing and health promotion.<br />

JD – GM <strong>Operations</strong> (December 2011)

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