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Waikato District Health Board is calling for achievers
Waikato District Health Board is calling for achievers from a range of backgrounds and expertise to be members on its three statutory committees.
Chair Graeme Milne said a good widespread skill base was important in its committee membership.
In order to ensure the appropriate spread of
skills on each committee and in accordance with its
commitment to community engagement, the board seeks
applications from members of the public who may wish to be
considered for appointment to these committees:
• Community and Public Health Advisory Committee
• Disability Support Advisory Committee; and
• Health Waikato Advisory Committee
The current term is ending, and new applications taken until Friday, May 13.
“It is important to us that we receive applications from achievers from a range of backgrounds and expertise – and from throughout the Waikato region,” said Mr Milne.
“A good spread representation is not only important for the board, but more so for Waikato residents.
“An awareness of the distinction between governance and management is essential. The final decision will depend on the extent to which skills and experience complement those already available for the committees.”
While there are no statutory obligations around recruitment for committee membership, Mr Milne says the board places great value on getting the right applicants from throughout the region, and that it greatly values the work done by these committees.
Advertisements in regional newspapers should ensure widespread coverage.
The committees comprise both board members and appointed members.
The role of the Community and Public Health Advisory Committee is to advise the board on the health needs of the region’s population, and the funding and priorities required to address those needs.
Health Waikato Advisory Committee members advise the board on financial and operating performance of Health Waikato, and on strategic issues relating to the provision of those.
Meanwhile, the Disability Support Advisory Committee advises the board on support requirements of Waikato people and advocates for those with disabilities.
ENDS
Waikato District Health Board
Healthy People. Excellent Care
Waikato District Health Board (DHB) employs over 6500 people and plans, funds and provides hospital and health services to more than 391,770 people in a region covering eight per cent of New Zealand.
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