We are seeking enthusiastic people to join the Workforce Reference Group. The Workforce Reference Group supports the Taituarā vision and objectives through understanding and proactively responding to workforce opportunities and challenges of the sector, in order to enable council organisations to successfully fulfil their purpose of enabling democratic decision-making and promoting community wellbeing.
If you are passionate about contributing to building a resilient local government workforce and improving our reputation as a desirable place to work and build a career, then have a look at what the Workforce Reference Group does and what the expectations of reference group members are.
Skills and experience in workforce planning and development across domains of recruitment and retention, organisational culture, learning & development, and health, safety & well-being will be ideal – whether you are an HR professional or in management. If you have what it takes, then put yourself forward.
Am I eligible?
Membership of the Taituarā Workforce Reference Group is open to any ‘paid-up’ full member of Taituarā. Applications from non-members will be accepted but you’ll need to submit an application for membership of Taituarā with your application to join the Reference Group. Additionally, the applicant’s employing council must be paid up with its Taituarā SectorGoodToolkit levy.
Having a diverse membership on the Reference Group will be a key consideration.
What’s the level of commitment?
Applicants must be willing to spend around 10 days per year on Workforce Reference Group projects and must have the support of their council to do so. Reference Group meetings will generally be held once per quarter, though may be held more regularly if needed. Meetings will be notified well in advance.
Meetings will be in-person with the option to connect online. Taituarā considers that there is a degree of benefit to the individual and their council from attending meetings, and therefore expects members’ councils to meet the costs of travel to any in-person meetings.
What’s in it for me?
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who wants to broaden their local government experience, learn from others, and make a difference.
How to apply
To apply, please send us:
- A statement setting out the skills, knowledge, and experience that you feel are relevant to the role (this could be a CV, or something shorter if you wish) and why you would like to be considered for it.
- A letter or other communication from your Chief Executive in support of your application, indicating they understand and support the time commitment involved.
Applications should be emailed to Taituarā Executive Assistant Lisa Rountree by 5pm on 2 June 2023.
Appointments will be made by Gavin Ion, Chair of the Workforce Reference Group and Seán Mahoney, Taituarā Acting Chief Executive, as soon as possible thereafter.
Find out more
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sheryl Bryant, our Manager Workforce Leadership.