Governance Advisor: Elevate Council Meetings & Strategy

Western Bay of Plenty District Council; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Subsidised medical insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Pet friendly work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Wellbeing resources

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is seeking a Governance Advisor to support the governance and democracy functions. You will work with elected members, prepare agendas, take minutes, manage resolutions, and provide timely information to leaders across the organisation.

You will enjoy a varied workload, collaborate across teams, and have access to development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive work environment. NZ residency or valid permit required.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisation, communication and writing skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to build relationships and networks across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Council's governance and democracy functions.
• Provide meeting support and advice on correct procedure and good governance practice.
• Create agendas, take minutes, and manage resolutions, and work with staff to provide timely information to elected members.

Skills

Organisation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Local Government experience

Job description

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is seeking a Governance Advisor to support the governance and democracy functions. You will work with elected members, prepare agendas, take minutes, manage resolutions, and provide timely information to leaders across the organisation.

You will enjoy a varied workload, collaborate across teams, and have access to development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive work environment. NZ residency or valid permit required.