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Aspiring Directors Programme at Tauranga City Council — BranchFactor

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Aspiring Directors Programme

Tauranga City Council · Internship

Posted 23 Sep 2026

Advertised as “CCO Aspiring Directors Programme - Tauranga Art Gallery Trust”

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Management level: Individual contributor
Contract: Internship

Compensation

No salary listed for this role.

Role speciality

Board GovernanceLocal Government

Original posting

Council-Controlled Organisation Aspiring Directors Programme 2026-2027

A hands-on 12-month internship to develop future governance leaders.

Gain hands-on board experience, learn alongside experienced directors, and contribute to your community.

Tauranga City Council (TCC) invites applications for its Council-Controlled Organisation (CCO) Aspiring Directors Programme. This initiative strengthens governance capability and increases diversity across boards in Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty.

We welcome candidates with diverse experiences, skills, and perspectives, including diversity in age, gender, ethnicity, and thought. We particularly encourage applications from those under-represented in governance, including wāhine/women, rangatahi/young people, Māori, Pacific peoples, ethnic and migrant communities, people with disabilities, and the rainbow/LGBTQIA+ community.

About the opportunity

The successful applicant will complete a 12-month voluntary internship with .

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Tauranga Art Gallery Trust

TAGT owns and operates Toi Tauranga Art Gallery on behalf of the residents of Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty, ensuring sound governance and financial management.

This organisation aims to create exceptional art experiences that engage, inspire, challenge and educate through exhibitions, public programmes and events.

What the programme offers

This voluntary internship provides:

Mentoring from experienced directors
Council-funded professional development
Exposure to Board and Council operations
Opportunities to contribute ideas in a supportive environment
Networking with board chairs, board members, and elected members, and
Insight into local government governance.

What you will do

The internship activities include (with Chair approval):

Attend monthly CCO board meetings and any additional meetings required
Participate actively in board discussions and contribute to work programmes
Attend Council meetings, events, and networking opportunities
Observe different boards and governance styles, and
Take part in governance training (e.g. Institute of Directors’ Governance Essentials, Council’s Te Kete ā Rohe: Cultural Connections).

Who we are looking for

We're seeking a motivated individual who:

Aspires to serve on boards within the next 2-3 years
Brings professional, leadership, governance, or sector experience that would add value to TCC’s CCO board environment
Demonstrates sound judgement, integrity, and an interest in governance and public accountability
Understands and appreciates the diversity of Tauranga and the Western Bay community
Can commit approximately 12 hours per month to the programme
Communicates effectively and builds positive, enduring relationships
Has the confidence and capability to contribute constructively in a governance environment
Is willing to actively participate in governance development opportunities throughout the programme, and
Lives in the Tauranga and Western Bay area.

Key information

This is a 12-month voluntary programme starting December 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in Tauranga in November 2026.
If successful, the preferred candidate is subject to mandatory reference and background checks.
Applications close 10am Friday, 16 October 2026.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Eligibility criteria – Reside in the Tauranga / Western Bay area and not a TCC staff member or TCC CCO staff member.

How to apply

Obtain employer approval to participate (employer letter to be attached to application).
Apply below

For any enquiries: cco@tauranga.govt.nz

This is more than an internship – it’s a pathway to future governance leadership. Apply now and help shape a more diverse and inclusive board landscape.

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