F4F3 implementation underway
NZICA members will notice a number of changes to governance and operations this year, after the vote in November to accept rule changes proposed during Fit for the Future 3 (F4F3).
This is the third phase of NZICA’s four-phase review of governance and operations which began in 2008.
NZICA’s products and services will increasingly be targeted to members’ sectors/industries/career stages. There will be an increased focus on online delivery and the accessibility of courses.
At a local level, Branch Committees will become Local Leadership Teams (LLTs) by 31 March. LLTs will advise NZICA about local member needs, helping to improve the relevance of and access to NZICA’s products and services. The inaugural LLT Chairs have been confirmed and are in place until the end of this year.
LLT Chairs
Michael Prasad CA Auckland
Shiralee McLean CA Northland
Leanne Milligan CA Waikato – BoP
Jim Campbell CA Gisborne
Chris Denby CA Hawkes Bay
Jason Driscole CA Manawatu
Deanne MacDonald CA Taranaki
Peter Redpath CA Whanganui
Andrew Johnston CA Wellington
Doug Campbell CA Marlborough
Murray Harrington CA Canterbury
Bob King AT Otago
John Schol CA Southland
Tim Kirby CA Sydney
John Nilsen CA UK
Peter Fromont CA Melbourne
Members will vote in March for the remaining LLT representatives. LLTs are expected to reflect the makeup of the membership in each area. You will receive information on the voting process in March. In addition, new LLTs may be established in areas that are currently not serviced locally by NZICA, and where there is demand for this among NZICA members. New LLTs could spring up during 2012 which will a positive change for members in areas that have not benefited from local NZICA service delivery to date.
NZICA Council elections will move from a branch to a regional electoral college model this year, with changes to councillor numbers in some areas. The Council represents members' interests and sets NZICA's long-term strategic direction, together with the Board. The changes will improve proportional representation and ensure all members have a vote for a Councillor. Members will effect this change personally when they vote for councillors prior to the 2012 AGM.
In addition to these significant changes there will be reviews of the National Conference, establishment of Regional Forums to complement this, and moves to ensure members get the maximum benefit from the Special Interest Group (SIG) network. The conference and forums will become key collaborative and learning events for members. SIGs will be reviewed to see if improvements can be made to the technology and knowledge sharing between regions.
F4F3 proposals were developed and approved during 2011, focusing on the way NZICA looks after its members, delivers products and services and engages with members. It has also looked at aspects of NZICA local operations and structure, to improve NZICA responsiveness to member needs and improve the reach, relevance and access to NZICA products and services.
To find our more about F4F3 please see the detailed information on nzica.com.
February 2012