Casey Gannon
Waipapa,New Zealand
Summary
Insightful Democracy Services Manager/Advisor with a knack for engaging diverse groups in meaningful dialogue and decision-making processes. Known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks, bringing workshops and educational sessions to life with ease. Skilled in conflict resolution, public speaking, and voter education, ready to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools needed for active participation in democratic processes. Excel at communication, empathy, and leadership, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in the pursuit of inclusive democracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Democracy Services
Far North District Council
Kaikohe , Far North District
2020.01 - Current
- Successfully managed the Democracy Services team during parental leave cover which included Acting as Group Manager on multiple occasions
- Facilitated effective collaboration by acting as a liaison between elected members and staff
- Empowered elected representatives and operational staff through education on democratic processes for informed decision-making in adherence to relevant laws.
- Enhanced efficiency in preparing formal meeting materials by reviewing, editing, and organizing agendas and minutes
- Consistently streamlining standard procedures and processes: Initiated Reporting Excellence Framework process, assisted in development of live-streaming process through COVID-19 lockdown.
- Provided guidance to team members on handling complex customer service issues.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to the services department operations.
Project Manager
Far North District Council
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Managed 2022 Local Government Elections Project with a team of nine key cross organisational roles
- Achieved positive outcomes and delivered a successful 2022 Elections campaign
- Consistently met all legislative requirements
- Coordinated best approach for Far North District Council within regional campaign
- Initiated central government relationships for long term benefit to ratepayers.
Transport Planner Logistics
Toll Holdings Limited
Kerikeri
2018.01 - 2020.01
- Sole charge role, leads administrative and logistics capability for team at Kerikeri branch of Toll Holdings Ltd, also supports Whangarei and Kaitaia branches
- Sole Charge (team often)/ Office Management/Customer Service/Claims Despatch/Logistics
- Ongoing relationship manager for businesses in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, Mid North
- Operational excellence, efficiency and effectiveness
- Maintain quality customer experience in fast paced working environment.
Executive Officer
Self Employed/Independent Contractor
2012.01 - 2017.01
- Managing administrative needs including but not limited to: finance, travel, database management, and other small business functions throughout New Zealand
- Contractor for various NGO's, and commercial enterprises in a project management capacity, including national conferences and event management
- Quality Assurance/Health and Safety compliance auditor for NGO's/Commercial entities in Northland
- Operating as communications liaison between National office Executive team, Governance and Chief Executive Officers Nationwide and abroad
- Project Manager various National/International conferences for NGO's and Government Agencies.
Executive Administrator/Project Manager
National Urban Maori Authority (NUMA)
2010.01 - 2012.01
- Supported the development of a highly successful national umbrella group, providing strategic and operational support
- Led engagement planning and project management of a wide variety of projects including the nation's lead Whanau Ora collective
- Oversee various HR projects on a national scale across the NUMA collective of seven provider members from Christchurch to Far North
- Manage the project team to ensure group and individual performance criteria are met
- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date project, risk and assurance and contingency plans.
Education
Certification - Project Management
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Virtual / Percipio2024-09
National Certificate in Business Management -
Southern Institute of Technology, NZ
01.2016
Associate Degree in Business Management -
University of Phoenix, Boston MA, USA
01.2006
Associate Degree in Business Administration -
University of Massachusetts, Boston MA, USA
01.2004
Skills
- Exceptional relationship management skills in all levels/styles of communication with team, governance, shareholders and community
- Strong Te Tai Tokerau lwi/Maori relationships and partnership relations
- Excellent administrative and technical skills including advanced MS Suite capabilities
- Proficient in Infocouncil, Objective, CI Anywhere, Tech One, TK3
- Project Management
Certification
- Full NZ Driver's License
- NZ Permanent Resident
Personal Information
Dedicated wife and mother of four. With both of us having professional and personal aspirations we have found a healthy work and home life balance is important. We fully support eachother and our children's aspirations and encourage our children to dream big as we lead by example.
References
- Diane Tuari, Chief Executive Officer, Nga Ngaru Rautahi Inc., 027 685 2266, diane.tuari@ngangaru.com
- Carol Meredith, Consultant, Juukan Gorge Legacy Project, carolmeredith22@gmail.com
Timeline
Project Manager
Far North District Council
2022.01 - 2023.01
Democracy Services
Far North District Council
2020.01 - Current
Transport Planner Logistics
Toll Holdings Limited
2018.01 - 2020.01
Executive Officer
Self Employed/Independent Contractor
2012.01 - 2017.01
Executive Administrator/Project Manager
National Urban Maori Authority (NUMA)
2010.01 - 2012.01
- Full NZ Driver's License
- NZ Permanent Resident
Certification - Project Management
Project Management Institute (PMI)
National Certificate in Business Management -
Southern Institute of Technology, NZ
Associate Degree in Business Management -
University of Phoenix, Boston MA, USA
Associate Degree in Business Administration -
University of Massachusetts, Boston MA, USA
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