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Disciplinary Panel member - Te Kahu Aratika Nominations now open
Te whiwhinga mahi – About this role
We are seeking nominations for the appointment of members to an independent Disciplinary
Panel, which will consider and determine breaches of the Code of Integrity for Sport and
Recreation (the Integrity Code).
Detailed information about the role can be found in the Candidate Information Form [insert link]
Ko wai koē - The qualities, skills and experience needed
To be eligible, nominees must:
• be of good standing in the community; and
• have relevant knowledge and experience which could include, but not be
limited to experience in:
o law;
o tikanga Māori;
o knowledge of sport and recreation activities and rules;
o child safeguarding and protection; or
o disciplinary processes.
The membership of the Disciplinary Panel must reflect the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand's
sport and recreation sector. We therefore welcome and actively encourage applications from
candidates who can bring their perspective and experience to this panel including:
• women;
• Māori;
• Pacific peoples;
• disabled people; and
• rainbow people.
Te Ara Tukanga - The appointment process
The Board of the Commission is responsible for selecting the members of the Disciplinary
Panel. This will include the appointment of a Chair and Deputy Chair.
Those seeking appointment to the Disciplinary Panel must complete a Nomination Form [insert
link] that requires:
• personal and professional details which will support an assessment of
suitability.
• a copy of their passport or New Zealand’ driver’s licence.
• a cover letter explaining how their skills and experience meet the selection
criteria

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• a full curriculum vitae.
Submit completed nominations by email to [email address].
All completed nominations will be considered by a group comprised of:
• members of the Board of the Commission
• the Chief Executive of the Commission
• independent representatives from the sport and recreation sector and/or the wider
community.
This group will shortlist candidates who will then be interviewed by a panel comprised of both
independent and Commission members.
The interview panel will recommend candidates for appointment to the Board of the
Commission.
The Board will have final responsibility for considering and confirming all appointments.
Nominations close on 25 July 2025.