See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.
Location: Whangarei, New Zealand
Reference: 6692921
About us
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 and a diverse working environment, we value our community and our people.
About the role
We have a great opportunity for a collaborative administrator to join our Democracy & Assurance team, supporting council and committee meetings and the democratic process. This involves preparing meeting agendas, taking and distributing meeting minutes, creating records of proceedings, and providing advice on the democratic process in a timely manner.
About you
This role requires strong communication skills, a high level of diplomacy and professionalism, and a desire to collaborate with others to achieve great results as a team. We require you to have administration experience and an understanding or prior knowledge of the Local Government Act and/or the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act.
A related qualification or relevant experience would also be an advantage.
In addition, our ideal candidate would have:
Strong administration skills and experience in preparing professional meeting agendas and minutes
Time management skills and a highly organized approach
Ability to effectively facilitate and mediate between the operational and governance sides of local government
Understanding of local government systems and processes
Adept in the use of communication technology
Demonstrated ability to work well and support others within a team environment
Enjoys working in a support role
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.
Ready to apply?
At Whangarei District Council, we take our reputation as a lifestyle destination seriously and consider a range of flexible working and work/life balance options for those who want to work in a professional and progressive environment while still enjoying everything our district offers. If you are ready to make a difference in the community we serve, to be challenged as a professional, and to achieve a better balance in life, apply now.
Find out about what we do as a Council, and how you can bring your energy, culture, skills, and experience to create your best life.
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