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UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY 
COUNCIL VACANCY 
 
Call for expressions of interest for appointment to Council 
 
 
The University of Canterbury’s Council, Te Kaunihera o Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha, is responsible for 
the University’s governance in accordance with the powers set out in the Education and Training Act 2020. 
The Council has oversight of University matters including its strategy, policy, finances, major capital projects, 
delegations, health and safety and awards. 
 
Council invites expressions of interest from persons, who are alumni of the University and have the attributes 
of all or some of the following areas: 
 
▪  governance experience with large complex organisations; 
▪  strong finance, auditing and accounting skills; 
▪  Pasifika experience. 
 
The elected Council members would serve an initial term, of four years, from 1 January 2024 to 30 December 
2027. Council members can be re-elected and can serve on Council up to a maximum of 12 years. Council 
members are currently paid an honorarium of $35,000 per year.  Council is seeking two new Council members. 
 
Method of application 
 
Please complete the Expression of Interest for an appointment to Council form describing how you meet the 
attribute requirements sought (above). 
 
The Expressions of Interest form can be downloaded below. 
 
The closing date for expressions of interest is 4pm on 8 August 2023.   
 
Expressions of interest should be returned by email to: 
 
[email address]