Democracy Services Advisor - #306857

• Are you passionate about democracy and governance?
• Provide advice, guidance and meeting support to the Chair of Committee and Council meetings in a Committee Advisor function.
• Base salary + benefits + health insurance

This is an exciting new role and opportunity for a talented professional to join our Democracy Services team.

What's in it for you?

Our benefits package is unique - you customise it to your preferences to include a combination of extra leave, cash payout and additional contributions.

We'll also offer relocation assistance, making this one career and lifestyle opportunity not to be missed! Combined with a generous salary and benefits package, health insurance and a day off on your birthday too! This is an opportunity to advance your career like no other.

Why this role?

As Democracy Services Advisor you will provide specialist and high-quality support and advice to Council's elected members and staff on governance matters, agenda, minutes and meetings requirements, and decision-making processes that facilitate the effective management of Council and committee meetings.

The Democracy team have a commitment to upholding democratic principles and promoting transparency and accountability in governance.

What you'll bring to the role?

You'll bring a minimum of five years relevant local government, policy and administrative experience, preferably in a large organisation. Alongside this experience you'll hold an understanding of legislation and procedures including the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987, the Local Government Act 2002, and Standing Orders.

You'll have a demonstrated ability to interpret legislation, experience in mentoring, coaching and training others and wide range of previous office administration experience.

You'll hold excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide advice, guidance and support to elected members and staff. Your strong organisational skills and attention to detail will be key to this role with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Join us and make a real difference in your community.

Apply today!

Please submit your application online at https://careers.tasman.govt.nz/Vacancies. To view full details or for more information contact the People and Wellbeing Team on Ph. 03 543 8491.

Ref. 6582872

Applications close 19 May 2024