Plant and Food Research - Director

About the Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited (PFR)

PFR enhances the value and productivity of New Zealand’s horticultural, arable, seafood and food and beverage industries. Further information on PFR can be found at its website.

Person specifications - Director

At this time, the Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology is seeking experienced directors with proven commercialisation experience. You will have:

• Proven governance experience.

• A genuine interest in science and its economic benefit for New Zealand. 

• Background in science and innovation, ideally with experience in the commercialisation of science.

• Expertise in change management and human resources.

Additional skills, experience and attributes

• Business and commercial acumen, including industry connections.

• Financial acumen, including audit and risk management expertise.

• Stakeholder management experience.

• Media and public relations experience.

• Credibility and experience within the science system and connection to end users.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

How to apply

For more information about this role, please see the position description: Plant and Food Research – Director

Applications close at 11.59pm on 20 October 2024.

For further enquiries about the position, email: boardappointments@mbie.govt.nz