Christopher Rogers Email & Phone Number

Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

As a Senior Advisor at MFAT, I lead key strategy and business implementation initiatives, ensuring alignment between organisational goals and operational processes. My work drives informed decision-making at the executive level and fosters a culture of efficiency, accountability, and performance across our global network of over 2,000 people in 60 countries.Key Achievements:Developed the 2024-2028 Strategic Intentions: I led a cross-functional team, working closely with the Minister and key stakeholders, to deliver a strategic roadmap that was successfully tabled in Parliament. This document sets MFAT’s long-term vision and strategic objectives, guiding the Ministry’s efforts in the years ahead.Transformed the Annual Business Planning Process: I overhauled the business planning process, ensuring that our entire global network is aligned with the Ministry’s strategic framework. This transformation enhanced stakeholder engagement and streamlined workflows to increase clarity and efficiency across the organisation. I regularly provide analysis to the board and work closely with the executive team to ensure alignment.Helped Refresh and Embed the Strategic Framework: I played a key role in refreshing MFAT’s strategic framework, ensuring it accurately reflects our long-term goals. I’ve been instrumental in embedding this framework across the organisation, aligning it with day-to-day operations and ensuring consistency in decision-making and planning.Revised the Appropriation Structure: I successfully led the revision of MFAT’s appropriation framework, ensuring it is in line with the Ministry’s strategic priorities. This initiative enhanced financial oversight, improved resource allocation, and strengthened the alignment between resources and organizational goals.

Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

As a Board member at Praxis, I bring a wealth of experience in commercial and financial management, coupled with a strong commitment to high governance standards and effective resource stewardship. My role focuses on empowering the organisation to achieve its mission through strategic oversight and operational excellence.Key Responsibilities:Ensured Strong Organisational Governance: Led governance initiatives to maintain high standards of accountability and transparency, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.Financial Stewardship: Managed financial oversight by signing off on weekly expenses, ensuring prudent resource management and cost control across the trust.Tax and Compliance Leadership: Acted as the primary contact for IRD/Tax matters, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and delivering timely financial reporting.

Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

At PwC, I led key initiatives in organisational optimisation, strategy development, contract management, and procurement across both private and public sectors. My focus was on delivering tailored solutions that enhanced operational performance and mitigated risks, ensuring long-term sustainability for my clients.Key Achievements:Conducted a High-Impact Risk Review and Gap Analysis: Led a comprehensive risk review for a major New Zealand financial entity managing over $1B annually. This project identified critical gaps and provided strategic recommendations that strengthened their financial controls and governance structure.Spearheaded Organisational Optimisation Initiatives: Successfully led multiple optimisation projects, improving business processes and aligning them with broader strategic goals, ensuring increased efficiency and value creation for clients.Thriving in dynamic environments, I consistently delivered strategic solutions and high-impact results, enhancing client performance and operational resilience.

Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

At MBIE, I assumed the role of project leader for the capability work-stream within the Crown Strategic Supply Partner Program. With a strong focus on elevating supplier management capabilities across all-of-government, I channeled my passion for driving growth and efficiency into delivering transformative solutions. Despite its short duration, the project achieved enormous success, generating significant advancements in supplier management expertise and paving the way for a more agile and effective government procurement landscape. The project's exceptional value delivery stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of the team.

Wellington & Wairarapa, New Zealand

Between February 2020 and September 2021, I was a graduate in the Building, Resource and Markets branch in MBIE. I completed three six-month rotations/secondments starting at NZGP (MBIE) followed by the Department of Internal Affairs and Callaghan Innovation. The focus on my rotations/secondments was commercial.

Wellington, New Zealand

Amidst the nationwide COVID-19 alert level 4 lockdown, I transitioned from BAU work to a pivotal role in one of the Government's COVID-19 response teams. Throughout this period, my unwavering commitment and dedication earned me the esteemed recognition of receiving the 'Highly Commended in the Spirit of Service' award. It was an honor to contribute my skills and expertise to support the collective effort during these challenging times.

Wellington & Wairarapa, New Zealand

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