Sara Harris Email & Phone Number

I am a senior executive and strategic leader with over 15 years of experience in setting the strategy and direction for businesses, determining optimal organisational design, and leading diverse teams to achieve outstanding results. My expertise spans across various industries, including public sector, finance, and construction.As a passionate advocate for people development, I have a proven track record in building and leading high-performing teams in multifaceted and demanding environments. My leadership approach focuses on empowering individuals, fostering a culture of customer service, and driving delivery excellence.With more than 20 years of experience in directing complex programmess and transformations, I have successfully navigated considerable resources, political and community interests, and commercial impacts and risks. My ability to learn quickly, coupled with strong leadership and technical competencies, has enabled me to make a positive difference for organisations.Some of my key achievements include delivering significant cost savings through organisational design, whilst driving increases in employee engagement and customer satisfaction, and leading successful business transformations. I am committed to producing excellent results by providing clear vision and strategy, developing quality partnerships and strong connections, and doing what it takes to deliver the best outcomes.Areas of Interest and Experience: Executive Leader, Systems Leader, Chief Executive, Tier 2 Leader, Public Service, Central Government, Organisational Performance Enhancement, People and Culture, Business Operations Optimisation, Strategic Planning and Execution, Strategic Workforce Planning, Organisational Design and Development, Business Transformation, Mergers and Acquisitions, Customer Satisfaction Improvement, Financial Acumen and Management, Governance and Compliance, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Sustainable Development Strategies, Change Leadership, Digital Transformation, Community Engagement and Relations, Risk Management, Leadership Development, Not-for-Profit Sector, NGO Sector.

Listed skills include Leadership, Customer Experience, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, and 33 others.

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  New Zealand Institute Of Management

  Diploma In Project Management