{"id":2678,"date":"2017-05-05T13:42:37","date_gmt":"2017-05-05T03:42:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.intrepidminds.com.au\/nz\/?page_id=2678"},"modified":"2019-09-03T14:03:20","modified_gmt":"2019-09-03T04:03:20","slug":"nz-public-sector-executive-assistant-congress-agenda-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidminds.com.au\/nz\/nz-public-sector-executive-assistant-congress-agenda-2\/","title":{"rendered":"NZ Public Sector Executive Assistant Congress Agenda"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wellington, 18-19 September 2019<\/span><\/h3>\n

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\u00a0<\/td>\n\n

Conference day one – Wednesday 18 September<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

08.30<\/span><\/td>\nRegistration<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
09.00<\/span><\/td>\nOpening remarks from the chair<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
09.10<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Taking control of workload and prioritising your time\u00a0 <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
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  • Explore strategies to deal with continuously large workload<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Prepare yourself to be flexible and adaptable for urgent priorities<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Managing distractions to help achieving your goal of the day<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Discover effective time management tips and tools<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Joanne Gallop<\/strong>, Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive, Christchurch City Council<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

09.55<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Panel Discussion: Positioning yourself for managing up<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
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  • Bridging the power gap with effective approaches<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Strategies and methods to help managing your executive<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Knowing different ways to raise and discuss problems<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Learning to disagree in a productive way<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Stephanie Gill, <\/strong>Executive Assistant & Programme Senior Adviser, Ministry of Education <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Jo Doherty<\/strong>, Executive Assistant to CFO & Chief Digital Information Officer, Worksafe<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Joanne Gallop<\/strong>, Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive, Christchurch City Council<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

10.40<\/span><\/td>\nMorning Tea<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11.10<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Enhancing organic communication with strategies and tips<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
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  • Cultivating effective communication skills<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Taking steps to empower yourself and communicate with confidence<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Handling difficult conversations without misunderstanding<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Reading the room and understanding non-verbal signals<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Lyncia Podmore<\/strong>, Director, YOU Coaching<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a011.55<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Panel Discussion: Making sound decisions independently and strategically <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
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  • Taking up the responsibility to make the call<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Processing information to make better decisions at work<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Having the confidence in your own abilities to be the voice<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Understanding what drives your executives in decision making<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Annette Dyer, <\/strong>Executive Coordinator, Ministry for Primary Industries<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Vicki Faint<\/strong>, EA to the Vice-Chancellor, Victoria University of Wellington<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Lisa Lowe, <\/strong>Executive Assistant to the Mayor, New Plymouth District Council<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

12.40<\/span><\/td>\nLunch<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13.40<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Strategically planning events and meetings <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
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  • Exploring different management approaches for different events<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Coordinating events and meetings efficiently<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Handling short timeframes and achieving objectives<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Tips on managing budget and keeping track of progresses<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Emily Byrne, <\/strong>Director of Marketing, Partnerships & Events, Tourism Industry Aotearoa<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

14.25<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Managing change positively and thrive in the workplace<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • The nature of change in today\u2019s world<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Understanding our own and others\u2019 responses to change<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Building resilience through change<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Discovering hidden opportunities change presents<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Vicki Evans, <\/strong>Coach, Vicki Evans Coaching<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

15.10<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Afternoon Tea<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a015.40<\/span><\/td>\n\n

EA & Executive session: Elements that makes a high-performance partnership<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
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  • Building the foundation of trust to form a solid partnership<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Tips on finding a better way to work together<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Aligning priorities and setting boundaries with your executive<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Being supportive and achieving mutual goals<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Jill Bond, <\/strong>Chief Executive, New Zealand Kindergartens<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Joanne Newth<\/strong>, Office Manager, New Zealand Kindergartens<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

16.20<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Building a positive social media presence for you and your organisation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
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  • Understanding how social media could impact and represent workplace<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Using social media to build your personal brand<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Taking advantage of social media to extend your professional network<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Promoting and keeping track of your achievements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Libby Greatnews<\/strong>, Social Media Specialist, Housing New Zealand Corporation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

17.00<\/span><\/td>\nClosing remarks from the Chair and End of conference day one<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a017.10<\/span><\/td>\nNetworking drinks reception – take advantage of this exciting opportunity to network with your peers<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Conference Day Two – Thursday 19 September 2019<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

9.00<\/span><\/td>\nOpening remarks from the Chair<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
09.10<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Executives Panel: Exclusive insights and advice from executives<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
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  • Discovering the qualities that executives find in outstanding EAs<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Building a positive partnership with executives<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Setting, managing, and exceeding expectations<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Giving and receiving feedback from both directions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Mark Sowden, <\/strong>Deputy Chief Executive Housing & Urban Settings, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Rebecca Blowes, <\/strong>Director of Fisheries Science and Information, Ministry of Primary Industries<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Lisa Rossiter, <\/strong>Senior Manager Strategic Interventions, NZ Transport Agency<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Nigel Corry, <\/strong>General Manager People and Customer Group, Greater Wellington Regional Council<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

10.10<\/span><\/td>\n\n

The art of negotiating towards a win-win solution<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Examining practical approaches to settle differences<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Applying effective negotiation techniques with confidence<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Reaching mutually beneficial results more efficiently<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Influencing others without being aggressive<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Jon Everest<\/strong>, Director, Everest Conflict Resolution<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

10.55<\/span><\/td>\nMorning Tea<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11.25<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Panel Discussion: Forging a collaborative team with your colleagues<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Working alongside fellow EAs as a team<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Supporting one another to grow better together<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Building collaborative relationships with other EAs in your organisation<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Constructing a strong EA community at workplace<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/td>\n\n

Lisa Lowe, <\/strong>Executive Assistant to the Mayor, New Plymouth District Council<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Brigid Kavanagh-Dee<\/strong>, Executive Assistant to the Vice-Chancellor, Massey University<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mary Huffadine, <\/strong>Senior Administration Officer, Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a012.10<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Dealing and working with different personalities\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Understanding and working with different personalities<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Respecting individuals with different working styles<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Building interpersonal skills and learn to respond to difficult situations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/td>\n\n

Vanessa Franks, <\/strong>Executive Assistant to General Manager Corporate Services, New Zealand Transport Agency<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

12.55<\/span><\/td>\nLunch<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13.55<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Making the best use of technology to boost your performance<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Explore new ways to make your everyday tasks easier<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Incorporating the latest technology and tools in the workplace<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Continuously learning and keeping up with technology<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Utilising tools to organise and communicate better<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Jo Jensen<\/strong>, Managing Director, Strictly Savvy<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

14.40<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Finding ways to stop juggling and start balancing your life<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Discovering ways to keep calm in high-pressure situations<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Be equipped with practical strategies to conquer unhelpful stress<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Managing and using stress as an opportunity to grow<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Channelling your mindset to focus more on the wellbeing of mind<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Linley O’Neill<\/strong>, Executive Assistant to Chief Executive, New Plymouth District Council<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

15.25<\/span><\/td>\n\n

Closing Remarks from the Chair and End of Conference<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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