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are in the early stages of their governance career i.e. with fewer than five years’ governance experience in an independent and/or non-executive role.reside in Waitaha Canterbury and/or the rohe of the following rūnanga:ArowhenuaKaikōuraKoukourarataMakaawhioNgāi TūāhuririNgāti WaewaeŌnukuRāpakiTaumutuWaihaoWairewaBenefits include$1500 towards IoD professional developmentComplimentary IoD membership for 12 monthsComplimentary attendance at all Canterbury Branch events for 12 months12 months mentoring with an experienced director12 month internship on the board of Presbyterian Support Upper South IslandApplicants cannot bea previous recipient of an Emerging Director Awarda current mentee participating in IoD’s Mentoring for Diversity programme, Tautua Pasifika mentoring programme and/or an appointed Future Director currently observing on a Host Board.To apply, you mustDemonstrate a commitment to developing your governance skillsHave skills and experience that would be useful to a boardHave at least three years’ experience in a senior management role; or as a professional business advisor; or from growing your own business; or a small company board.Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of sound governanceHave not held a significant governance role to date. For example, roles as a school trustee or officer in a local sports, school or community organisation or club do not exclude you from applyingDisclose any association with the Aspiring Māori Director Award sponsor, an Emerging Director Award sponsor and/or any local branch sponsorApplicationApplications are open until 5:00pm Monday 11 August 2025.Thanks to Presbyterian Support Upper South Island, sponsor of our 2025 Aspiring Māori Director Award. #J-18808-Ljbffr