Committee Advisor

Ko wai mātou - Who are we

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000 and 150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.

Te āheinga - The opportunity

• Do you thrive on balancing competing priorities and working under pressure?
• Are you able to think on your feet and communicate effectively both orally and in writing?
• Do you want to play a part in making New Plymouth District the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital?

Our Governance Team is seeking a professional and enthusiastic Committee Advisor to support good decision-making processes for our Council and Community Boards.

 

Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities

With responsibility for driving and supporting end-to-end meeting processes you need to be proficient in Microsoft Office (preferably a touch typist) and be able to demonstrate experience operating in a digital environment. You'll need to be focused on providing high quality, impartial and timely advice to elected members, staff and the community.

This role is more than following a set of rules. Where there aren't black and white answers and the way forward isn't clear, you'll need sound judgement and research and decision making skills to resolve a wide variety of issues often within the public eye. You'll be a master relationship builder across the organisation and the community.

Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako - Essential skills and experience

To be successful in this role you will have initiative and the ability to work with integrity and confidentiality in a dynamic political environment. An eye for detail, a calm demeanour and a solutions focused, can-do attitude is a must.

If you are successful in this role, you will be reliable, resilient and able to manage a high demand workload within tight deadlines.

He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?

With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!

Ōu mātou rourou - What we offer

At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.

You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with us between $84,383 and $90,945.

We have also put together an Our Peoples Package that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition.

If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

Applications close on Monday, 7 October 2024.