[ref. g32969521] Executive Director Local Government Commissionat Department of Internal Affairs - - DIA
Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Location: Wellington Branch: Partnerships & Commissions Salary: $154,209- $191,905 Executive Director - Local Government CommissionStrategic leadership role Bring your sound knowledge of local government systems and processesUtilise your experience supporting or working with an independent functionWork from anywhereThe Local Government Commission is an independent statutory body established to make decisions on the structure of local government and to report on local government matters to the Minister of Local Government.The Executive Director is responsible for providing strategic and intellectual leadership to the Commission ensuring effective and timely advice is provided to support their independent decision-making and functions.
To be effective the Executive Director will establish and maintain a strong working relationship with the Local Government Commission's Chair and members. You will be adept at navigating the challenges of maintaining the Local Government Commission's independence whilst drawing on your knowledge of government priorities and processes to provide practical and pragmatic advice.The Executive Director will have excellent relationship management skills and build strong relationships with key local government stakeholders.
You will bring a comprehensive knowledge of how local government works and ideally, decision making systems and representation arrangements for local authorities. Experience working with or supporting an independent statutory function would be desirable.The Executive Director will support the growth and development of the LGC team to undertake the work necessary to ensure the Commissioners are well supported to discharge their statutory role.The Executive Director is employed by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) to work for the Local Government Commission.Applications close: 5pm, 15 July 2025 For more information please contact: Gina.Smith@dia.govt.nz Job description: To review the full job description, please click here.