IIBA NZ BOARD ELECTIONS 2024
 
We are approaching election time and seeking new enthusiastic people to run for board positions.
 
The IIBA NZ Board portfolios come up for contesting through our annual election process. Portfolios are allocated for two years, and we stagger portfolio election timing to ensure we maintain some continuity of knowledge and experience; this means every year, some of the portfolios will be contested, which provides an excellent opportunity to bring in new ideas, and new enthusiasm and challenge the status quo.
 
The election process at a glance
 
  • Expression of Interest (EOI) - Show an interest. 
  • Nominate* - Interviews to confirm your commitment to run for the board position.
  • Vote - Voting commences for the 2025-2027 Board Position Term.
  • Announce – The election results will be announced to the members before 1st April 2025, the start of the new financial year.
 
*Nominees must be members of the IIBA NZ Chapter and available to discharge the duties of the nominated position for a term of 2 years.
 
Expression of Interest (EOI)
 
EOI is now open. If you are interested in a role, please get in touch with us at elections@newzealand.iiba.org. When expressing interest, please tell us why you're interested in volunteering in a role, and provide us with a copy of your CV or the link to your LinkedIn profile.
 
EOI closes on 20th December 2024.
 
Upon receipt, our election committee will validate the eligibility of nominations.
 
By 31st January 2025, all nominations and the associated biographies will be made available for IIBA NZ members to consider.
 
Voting will run between 1st February 2025 and close on 28th February 2025. We will announce the new board elected in March 2025.
 
 
The roles
 
We have four roles available for election:
  1. President
  2. Vice President – Sponsorship
  3. Vice President – Professional Development and Certification
  4. Secretary (plan to update to Vice President – Operations)
President
 
Overview
As an IIBA NZ Chapter Board member, the President is the chief executive officer for the Chapter and the Board of Directors. The President makes all required appointments with the
approval of the Chapter Board of Directors. The President shall also serve as a member ex-officio with the right to vote on all committees.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Support IIBA NZ Chapter bylaws and policies as a Board member.
  • Manage overall direction for the IIBA NZ Chapter.
  • Lead the IIBA NZ Chapter board of directors.
  • Represent IIBA NZ Chapter to connect and maintain the relationship with IIBA Global and other Chapters.
  • Chair IIBA NZ Chapter meetings.
  • Manage the President portfolio budget with a high degree of transparency.
  • After the term, act as immediate Past-President to provide advisory support to the new President and during their term.
 
Competencies, experience and qualifications
  • Current IIBA membership.
  • Support IIBA Values - Respect, Kindness, and Integrity in Community.
  • Dedicated to learning and meeting IIBA NZ Chapter bylaws and policies.
  • Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the Board and the IIBA NZ communities.
  • A senior business analysis practitioner background is essential.
  • Knowledge of the IIBA framework and models is essential.
  • Experience in leadership or managerial roles is highly desired.
  • Customer-focused.
  • Ability to develop a good working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
 
Vice President - Sponsorship
 
Overview
As an IIBA NZ Chapter Board member, Vice-President Sponsorship is responsible for gaining appropriate sponsorship for the Chapter and for Chapter events.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Support IIBA NZ Chapter bylaws and policies as a Board member.
  • Lead of IIBA NZ Chapter’s sponsorship strategy.
  • Lead the development of IIBA NZ Chapter’s sponsorship programme.
  • Manage the sponsor relationship for IIBA NZ Chapter.
  • Liaise with IIBA Global and other IIBA Chapter on sponsorship related matters.
  • Manage the Sponsorship portfolio budget with a high degree of transparency.
  • Orient the new VP Sponsorship and lead a smooth transition.
Competencies, experience and qualifications
  • Current IIBA membership.
  • Support IIBA Values - Respect, Kindness, and Integrity in Community.
  • Dedicated to learning and meeting IIBA NZ Chapter bylaws and policies.
  • Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the Board and the IIBA NZ communities.
  • A senior business analysis practitioner background is essential.
  • Knowledge of the IIBA framework and models (including IIBA corporate membership model) is essential.
  • A CBAP certification is desired.
  • Customer-focused.
  • Ability to develop a good working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
 
Vice President - Professional Development and Certification
 
Overview
As an IIBA NZ Chapter Board member, Vice-President Professional Development and Certification, or VP Certification, is responsible for promoting business analysis professionalism and delivering services and events designed to help business analysts achieve IIBA certifications.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Support IIBA NZ Chapter bylaws and policies as a Board member.
  • Lead of IIBA NZ Chapter’s professional development strategy.
  • Lead Chapter’s professional development programs and courses.
  • Liaise with IIBA training vendors to promote IIBA certifications.
  • Liaise with other professional bodies to promote IIBA certifications.
  • Manage the Professional Development and Certification portfolio budget with a high degree of transparency.
  • Orient the new VP Certification and lead a smooth transition.
Competencies, experience and qualifications
  • Current IIBA membership.
  • Support IIBA Values - Respect, Kindness, and Integrity in Community.
  • Dedicated to learning and meeting IIBA NZ Chapter bylaws and policies.
  • Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the Board and the IIBA NZ communities.
  • A senior business analysis practitioner background is essential.
  • Knowledge of the IIBA framework and models is essential.
  • A CBAP certification is essential.
  • Customer-focused.
  • Ability to develop a good working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
Secretary*
 
Overview
As an IIBA NZ Chapter Board member, the Secretary manages the records of all official communications within, sent, and received by the IIBA NZ Chapter. The secretary also
oversee the management of funds for duly authorised purposes of the Chapter.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Support IIBA NZ Chapter bylaws and policies as a Board member.
  • Maintain and manage all IIBA NZ Chapter meeting records.
  • Maintain and manage communication received and sent by IIBA NZ Chapter.
  • Oversees the management of Chapter funds for duly authorised purposes.
  • Manage the Secretary portfolio budget with a high degree of transparency.
  • Orient the new Secretary and lead a smooth transition.
 
Competencies, experience and qualifications
  • Current IIBA membership
  • Support IIBA Values - Respect, Kindness, and Integrity in Community
  • Dedicated to learning and meeting IIBA NZ Chapter bylaws and policies
  • Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the Board and the IIBA NZ communities
  • A business analysis practitioner background is preferred
  • Experience in working as a secretary for non-profit organisations is highly desired Customer-focused
  • Ability to develop a good working relationship with internal and external stakeholders
 
*The Board plans to update the Secretary role to Vice President – Operations during FY25