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TESOLANZ Executive nominations open

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Kia ora TESOLANZ members,Branches are invited to nominate TESOLANZ members to the TESOLANZ Executive for the following positions:

  1. President (elect)
  2. Committee Position (Publications)

Note about the President (elect) position – This position will only become open if the AGM votes to support a proposal to change the Executive structure to allow for Presidents to be elected in an overlapping fashion. Currently, the President is elected in a non-overlapping 3-year cycle. This proposal will suggest that in the outgoing President’s 3rd year, and incoming President comes onto the Executive (1st year). Thereby creating an overlap for Presidents and enabling a transition period. Election Timetable

  • 25 July, 2022 – Call for nominations open
  • 16 September, 2022 – Nominations close
  • 19 September, 2022 – Results announced and election process opens
  • 3 October, 2022 – Final day of voting
  • AGM, 2022 (date TBC) – Results announced

 Position DescriptionsNominees for President:

  • An understanding of all sectors of education that involve English Language Teaching (or a strong willingness to learn)
  • An ability to build vision and think/act strategically
  • A strong desire to serve the profession and the sector
  • An understanding of Government processes (or a strong willingness to learn)
  • Strong, clear and proven communication skills
  • Knowledge of meeting processes; especially chairing

Nominees for Committee Position:

  • An understanding of all sectors of education that involve English Language Teaching (or a strong willingness to learn)
  • Strong, clear and proven communication skills
  • Strong track record of organisational skills
  • A strong desire to serve the profession and the sector
  • An understanding of publications (newsletters, journals, websites, social media)

In order for a nomination to be accepted, it must be:

  • Received by a branch committee (branch list here) and forwarded (by the branch) to the nominated elections officer (Secretary@tesolanz.org.nz)
  • Include an expression of interest (by the nominee) for the desired role, outlining the candidate’s suitability
  • Include a candidate bio (to be used in the election email sent to all members)
  • Include a letter of support from the nominating branch committee

Questions about the roles can be sent to the President (president@tesolanz.org.nz).Thank you for considering serving our community,The TESOLANZ Executive