Finance Audit and Risk Independent Chair
Toi Ohomai Finance Audit and Risk Committee
Independent Committee Chair
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology (Toi Ohomai) wishes to appoint an independent committee chair to the Finance and Audit and Risk (FAR) Committee for a three year period from March 2026 to March 2029.
The role of the Committee is to provide assurance and assistance to the Toi Ohomai Council on management of Council's financial, audit and risk control and compliance framework and its external accountability responsibilities.
We are seeking someone connected to our rohe, and preferably (although not essential) located in the Rotorua or Tauranga area that can provide specialist expertise and can contribute to the governance of Council through membership of the FAR Committee. The expectation is that this person:
1. Will be a CA and have significant accounting experience at this level.
2. Audit experience is also preferred
3. Will have skills and experiences around public and private entities.
4. Chair the committee.
The appointee will be expected to prepare for, attend in person at our main campuses in Rotorua and Tauranga and actively participate in the regular meetings of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee. It is expected that there will be six to ten meetings per year (frequency anticipated to commence monthly and reduce over time). Meetings are expected to be scheduled for two to three hours. There may be occasions where extraordinary meetings or workshops are scheduled, but these will be advised.
Ideally the appointee would attend the Audit, Risk and Finance Committee meeting on 24 March 2026.
Te Whakatakanga - Our Mission
We put ākonga and kaimahi at the centre of all we do. Through educational excellence, Māori success, strong partnerships and sustainable practices, we enable our ākonga, institution, and communities to thrive.
Te Tirohanga Whakamua - Our Vision
To be a leading vocational education provider that empowers ākonga and kaimahi to thrive, fostering a culture of excellence, equity, and wellbeing.
Toiohomaitanga -
Our Values
Toiohomaitanga describes our way of doing and being. It reflects how we care for each other, work together, and uphold our shared purpose. Ā mātou uara | our values are an important part of this, our Toi Ohomai values are:
· Toitūtanga – Courageous and humble in our pursuit of excellence
· Manaakitanga – Strengthening the mana of others and our communities
· Whanaungatanga – Building and nurturing relationships
· Kotahitanga – United in our shared purpose
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
At Toi Ohomai, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and the unique perspectives and skills they bring. We strive to ensure a recruitment process that is accessible and welcoming and encourage applications from our diverse communities. If you need support during the application process, reach out, we’re here to help.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and will undertake relevant vetting and pre-employment checks.
If this role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply. We review applications as they arrive and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date.
To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter with your online application.
