Electorate Trainer - East Cape

Do you have experience in delivering prescribed training to diverse audiences? We are seeking skilled and enthusiastic people to join our team of Electorate trainers across the motu. These roles will be dispersed throughout the electorate. You may be working remotely or from one of our Electorate Headquarters, and you need to be available outside of regular business hours, including weekends. You may also be required to travel, and a driver’s licence is required. Full training is provided. Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role As an Electorate Trainer, you will play a vital role in the delivery of training to all the Voting Place kaimahi ensuring that they understand their roles and can excel in them. If you have excellent communication skills, strong experience with training delivery, and a commitment to cultural competency, we want to hear from you! We are looking for trainers across Gisborne and Whakatane so please indicate which are your preferred locations you would like to be considered for. These are casual roles with an hourly rate of $34.56 (including 8% holiday pay). The role will start with training in mid‑September. Mo Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri | About the Electoral Commission Confidence in a free, fair, and secret voting system is at the heart of any democracy. In Aotearoa New Zealand this is something we almost take for granted. But it relies on the integrity of our electoral process, and at the Electoral Commission safeguarding trust and confidence in this process is central to everything we do. Here’s your chance to contribute to New Zealand’s democracy as part of a team who will deliver voting services to voters in various electorates. It’s an exciting and varied role within a team which is committed, supportive and hands‑on. Mōhou ake | About you To be successful in this role you will preferably be an experienced trainer or facilitator, with excellent planning, communication and people skills. You can work in complex environments where there is a lot going on at one time, working with people from all walks of life. You thrive in the excitement of delivering a national event. He aha tāu e mahi ana | What you’ll be doing Collaborate with the Recruitment and Rostering Manager and Electorate Manager to facilitate training for our Voting Place kaimahi. Prepare and set up training areas according to the Electorate Manager’s guidelines. Attend training sessions to familiarise yourself with training materials and delivery requirements. Complete necessary training and eLearning. Conduct evaluations of participants, providing constructive feedback to the Recruitment and Rostering Manager. Deliver nationally prescribed training to voting place staff within the time allocated, ensuring successful outcomes. Ko ngā mea ka hiāhia e koe kia angitū | What you’ll need to succeed The ability to present using a variety of forms, particularly PowerPoint. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including pronunciation of te reo Māori. Experience in delivering training, utilising nationally prescribed strategies and materials. Proven ability to train a diverse and culturally inclusive audience. Strong interpersonal skills that build effective relationships. Demonstrates integrity, trustworthiness, and the ability to handle sensitive information. Action‑oriented with a drive for results, taking initiative to achieve goals. Methodical and disciplined approach to training delivery within set timelines. Access to reliable transportation. Mā te tūhono mai ki Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri ka aha? | Why join the Electoral Commission? The Commission is building an inclusive strength‑focused culture where diversity is encouraged and valued, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, orientations and identities. We want to provide a flexible working environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We are happy to discuss what works for you. You will join a team who are here for the right reasons, and we are passionate about what we do. He aha e whai ake nei | What’s next? Applications close Sunday26July at11pm. You must be legally allowed to work in NewZealand. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr