Posted 18 July, 2026
Electorate Trainer - Southland
New Zealand Government
Invercargill, STL, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
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. 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, experience in a strong knowledge of training delivery, and a commitment to cultural competency, we want to hear from you! We are looking for trainers across Queenstown, Gore, Alexandra, Te Anau and Winton so please indicate which are your preferred locations you would like to be considered for. About the Role Mō tūranga mahi | Join our team as a Trainer and ensure all our Voting Place kaimahi receive comprehensive training aligned with national requirements. As a key player in our organisation, you will collaborate with managers to plan and execute training programs, prepare training areas, deliver prescribed training successfully, and provide valuable feedback. Your exceptional communication skills, cultural competency, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team will contribute to the growth and success of our workforce. These are casual roles with an hourly rate of $34.54 (including 8% holiday pay). The role will start with training in mid‑September. 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 NewZealand'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. 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. 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 tereoMāori. 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. Demonstrated 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. 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. What’s Next? To view the job description or to apply for this role, click 'apply' or for more information please contact [email protected]. Applications close Sunday 26July at 11pm. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. You must be legally allowed to work in NewZealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr