Manager Governance and Information
Wellington City Council
Manager Governance and Information - lead our Democracy Services, Elected Member Support, Official Information and Privacy and the Corporate Library teams!
This outstanding opportunity has arisen due to internal promotion - read on and apply if you are ready for that next step change!
Āu ake mahi - What you'll do
As an astute, strategic people leader, you will relish the opportunity to leverage your existing experience in democratic decision-making and be ready to embrace this dynamic and challenging position.
Ideally presenting with local government experience, and ready for a step change, you will be impactful as a trusted senior advisor to Wellington City's Elected Members, Pouiwi, and our Executive Leadership Team.
You will be highly capable of leading a committed and enthusiastic team who are responsible for:
- Supporting efficient and democratic decision making
- Leading the provision of high-quality administrative support and procedural advice to elected members
- Leading the management of elections, polls and election-related processes
- Providing information and advice to Council staff and residents about democratic decision-making processes
- Fostering public participation in the democratic process
- Manage the team responsible for privacy and high risk information requests
Reporting into Andrea Reeves, Chief Strategy and Finance Officer, this is a fantastic time to be joining the Council as we enter a new triennium. You will be supported by Andrea who empowers her leaders to be the best they can be, enabling growth and development, evident in this opportunity arising due to internal promotion.
Naturally you will bring curiosity, coupled with rigor and integrity, an attitude of wanting to innovate, and the ability to work with your fellow leadership team to provide enterprise leadership to the wider group. You will be political savvy, possessing a proven track record of building and maintaining trust and confidence with politicians and senior management.
Nōu te rourou - What's in it for you
Working for the Council offers you a range of benefits including five weeks annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities.
Applications close on Sunday, 28 September 2025. All applications must be submitted online.
All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and be prepared to undergo a Ministry of Justice and credit check.
View our Employee Value Proposition Video to see what our employees say about working at WCC.
Diversity:
We want your application to enable you to portray the real you. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
We welcome applications from all people and like our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve.
Accessibility Support:
We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: recruitment@wcc.govt.nz
