Governance Secretary
Join Our Team at Buller District Council!
Are you an enthusiastic and self-driven individual with a passion to be the lead of our governance team? Buller District Council has an exciting opportunity for you to step into a pivotal role that offers flexibility and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for providing and leading Council and Elected Members with specialist advice on best-practice governance and democratic processes and ensure that all Council, Committee, and Community Board meetings are scheduled and run in-accordance with legislative requirements including those in the Buller District Council (BDC) Standing Orders and Code of Conduct.
You will provide professional and efficient governance and secretarial support through management of all governance functions, will seek future-focussed solutions to any Governance related issues and will develop strong, positive working relationships with all staff, elected members and stakeholders.
What We Are Looking For:
A consummate professional with a strong understanding of best-practice governance and democratic processes, who has experience in scheduling and running Council, Committee, and Community Board meetings in accordance with legislative requirements. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and competing priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the capacity to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
Why Join Buller District Council:
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation and make a meaningful impact. Join our supportive, friendly teams - we work hard towards achieving our goals and contribute to the success of Buller District Council.
Your Impact:
Reporting to Manager Customer Experience, you will lead the effective delivery of governance duties. This critical role involves collaboration with Elected Members, Chairs, and the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring the smooth running of all governance meetings. Your meticulous attention to detail will be showcased through the preparation of draft report papers, agenda collation, and accurate meeting minute-taking.
Who You Are:
Leading by example and as a seasoned Secretary, you bring excellent solution-focused administration and organisational skills to the table. Your strong communication and problem-solving abilities make you comfortable navigating ambiguity. With a proactive nature, you anticipate and address obstacles, always staying one step ahead. You possess an eye for detail, intermediate to advanced Microsoft Suite skills, and technical proficiency in online meeting requirements. You have exceptional time management skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure even with competing priorities and deadlines.
This is a full-time, permanent role. Flexible working hours and some evening work is required for this role.
Applications are to be marked 'Confidential' and addressed to Human Resources, Buller District Council, P O Box 21, Westport 7866 or emailed to bdc.hr@bdc.govt.nz All applications are required to be accompanied by the Application From, a Covering Letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.
Applications close 5pm Monday, 8th April 2024