Electorate Trainer - Waitaki in North East

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 Waitaki, Wanaka, Oamaru and Cromwell so please indicate which are your preferred locations you would like to be considered for.

Mō tūranga mahi | About the role

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Applications close Sunday 26July at 11pm. Please apply today. You must be legally allowed to work in NewZealand.