The CEO is responsible for executing the strategy agreed by the Board and developing the Group objectives through leadership of the senior executive team. He will recommend to the Board any investment or new business opportunities which meet this strategy. He also ensures that the Group’s risks are adequately addressed and appropriate internal controls are in place. The CEO is responsible for meeting with shareholders and ensuring effective communication.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for the day-to-day management of the public entity in accordance with the law, the decisions of the Board and government policies.

The CEO is responsible under the Financial Management Act 1994 (FMA) for appointing a Chief Finance and Accounting Officer (CFAO) (commonly known as a Chief Finance Officer (CFO)).

The CEO is responsible for the public entity's accounts and presentation and provision of the public entity's financial information.

The CEO must promote the public sector values to Board members and employees

* manage the effective and efficient day-to-day operations of the public entity in accordance with the strategy, business plans and policies of the Board * translates the strategic plans of the Board into action * ensure the entity's organisational functions are effective. These include financial management, human resource management, information systems management, risk management, communications, marketing, fund raising, asset management and reporting * keep Board members informed about existing and amended Ministerial directions, amendments to legislation, and other such critical information relating to the Board's functions and powers * ensure compliance and alignment with the entity's establishing legislation and Government policies affecting the public entity * maintain effective communication and co-operation with stakeholders in collaboration with the Chair * oversee the employment and management of