16 October 2024
Charities Registration Board vacancies
The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA), on behalf of the Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector, is seeking applications for three positions on the Charities Registration Board.
The Board is an independent body, consisting of up to five members, established under section 8 of the Charities Act 2005 and is responsible for making decisions about the registration and de-registration of charitable entities using its powers under the Charities Act 2005. The Board's function, duties and powers are set out under section 8 and schedule 2 of the Charities Act 2005.
Successful candidates will possess:
- proven experience in similar regulatory or quasi-judicial decision-making roles that require balancing multiple interests and perspectives
- a strong understanding of decision making in the public sector, and making informed decisions within a statutory framework
- strong analytical thinking skills, reasoning, and judgement
- skill in collaborative decision making, including seeking consensus where possible while working towards a collective decision
- a sound understanding of te ao Māori, tikanga, and kaupapa Māori, with specific insight into how Māori are involved in the charitable sector.
Further information on the role and how to apply can be found on the Department's website at Appointments to Statutory Bodies - dia.govt.nz.
Applications close 5pm on Monday, 4 November 2024.