Jessie Waite

Jessie Waite is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in communication and marketing, currently serving as the Regional Partner for Extension Services at OSPRI since November 2020. Previously, Jessie held various roles, including Administrator at Grass Roots Media NZ, where responsibilities included creating newsletters and overseeing projects. As the Taranaki Regional Coordinator for the Ballance Farm Environment Awards, Jessie focused on sustainable farming, managing entries, sponsors, budgets, and marketing. Additionally, Jessie worked as the Taranaki Provincial Office Manager for Federated Farmers, maintaining communication between the national office and local members. Prior experience includes marketing management at Oamaru Licensing Trust and reporting roles at Oamaru Mail and Stratford Press. Jessie holds a Diploma in Journalism from the Western Institute of Technology.