The Chief Executive
The Mayor and Councillors appoint a Chief
Executive (CE) in accordance with Section 42 and Clauses 33-34, Schedule 7 of
the Local Governance Act 2002. The CE leads the Council’s administration and operations
to fulfil the direction set by Council and within the budgetary constraints
established by governance. The CE, in addition to implementing the decisions of
Council, also provides advice to the Council and community boards, manages the
Council’s activities, and provides leadership for staff.
The
governing body of Council has a duty as the Chief Executive's employer to
maintain its obligations under the Employment Relations Act 2000. It agrees
objectives with the Chief Executive and monitors performance against these annually.
A committee may be established for this purpose, reporting back to Council on
recommended terms and conditions of employment.
The Chief Executive is employed by the Council
for a term of up to five years, and in some circumstances this may be extended
for an additional two years.
Council
is the employer of the Chief Executive. Any comments about the Chief Executive
should therefore be directed to Council.
