Amplify Board Appointment

Amplify is the Economic Development Agency for the Taupo district and is charged with growing the district's economy.

We an independent charitable trust and are governed by a Board of seven trustees.  There is one Trustee vacancy and up to one Associate Trustee vacancy and an Appointment Panel has been formed to undertake the recruitment process.

Amplify invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals.  Using a skills and competencies matrix, Amplify has identified the ideal mix of strengths, experience and attributes we are seeking in the appointment round, namely

• Strong commercial and financial experience with relevant business experience as owner or Senior Leader

• The Board has a commitment to be representative of the Taupō community and therefore we aspire to have representation from both genders, from different age brackets and include a mix of ethnic groups, including Māori; and welcome applicants from across the district.

• Governance experience, including strong analytical, critical reasoning and problem-solving skills, strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills and experience in the local government and / or not for profit sector

• At this time, we are looking for people who have a mix of an understanding of the critical elements of Regional Economic Development, a strategic thinking background and a strong understanding of the primary sector and tourism product development.

Trustees work collaboratively with the Chair and fellow Board members to govern the organisation in accordance with the Trust Deed and Code of Conduct. Board members are expected to contribute their skills, experience and strategic insight while committing the time required to fulfil their governance responsibilities, with Trustees receiving a modest monthly stipend.

An application pack is available by emailing admin@taupo.biz

To apply in strict confidence, email your cover letter and CV to admin@taupo.biz

Applications close Sunday, 19th of July.

For more information about Amplify and our strategic direction, please refer to our current Strategic Plan.