Democracy Adviser

2 weeks ago


Wellington, New Zealand Whangarei District Council Full time

Company Description At Whangarei District Council we are passionate about making our community a thriving and positive place to live and work. With strong development in our district, diverse working environment, and an organisation which values its community and its people, there's never been a better time to make the move to Whangarei District Council. Role Description An opportunity has arisen for a Democracy Adviser within the Democracy & Assurance team at Whangarei District Council. This role is part of the engine room supporting local democracy, ensuring agendas, administration support, standing orders, and advice on the democratic process is provided in a timely way. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others to achieve the best results. Some knowledge of the Local Government Act and/or the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act would be beneficial, but it's more important candidates come with the ability to pick up and understand these pieces of legislation. A related qualification or relevant experience would also be an advantage. Our ideal candidate would have: Knowledge of LGOIMA and basic understanding of other relevant legislation Strong administration skills and experience around the preparation of professional meeting agendas and minutes Understanding of local government systems and processes Ability to effectively facilitate and mediate between the operational and governance sides of local government Ability to operate effectively with a high level of diplomacy Organisation skills / project management Adept in the use of communication technology Demonstrated ability to work well and support others within a team environment. The successful candidate will be a great fit for the team and have transferable skills or relevant experience. This is a varied role with the opportunity to tackle many interesting areas of work. #J-18808-Ljbffr


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