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Posted 01 August, 2026

Electorate Trainer - Kaikōura

Electoral Commission New Zealand
Blenheim, MBH, NZ Full Time
Reference: 2c8215f466e1d097

Job Description

Do you have experience in deliveringprescribedtraining to diverse audiences? We areseekingskilled and enthusiasticpeople to join our team ofElectoratetrainersacross the motu. These roleswill bedispersedthroughoutthe electorate.You may be working remotely or from one of our ElectorateHeadquarters, andyou need to beavailable outside ofregular business hours, including weekends. You may alsobe requiredto travel, and a driver’s licence isrequired.Full trainingisprovided. As an Electoral 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! Mōtēneitūrangamahi|About the role Join our team as a Trainer and ensure allour Voting Placekaimahireceive comprehensive training aligned with national requirements. As a key player in ourorganisation, 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 $34.56 (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. Mōhouake|About you To be successful in this role you will preferably be an experienced trainerorfacilitator, with excellent planning,communicationand people skills. You can work in complex environments where there is a lot going on at one time, working with people from allwalks 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 theRecruitment and Rostering Managerand Electorate Manager tofacilitatetraining for ourVotingPlacekaimahi. 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 tovotingplace staffwithin the timeallocated, ensuring successful outcomes. Kongāmeakahiahiatiaekoekiaangitū|Whatyou'll need to succeed The ability to present using a variety of forms, particularly PowerPoint. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including pronunciation oftereoMāori. 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,orientationsand 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. Applications close Sunday 26 July at 11pm. You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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