Councillor Fundamentals 2010 builds on the program offered in 2009 to provide greater depth for councillors who now have some experience under their belt, and want to take the next step in their professional development. Three workshops will be delivered in six locations, each targeting one of the core skills needed to perform strongly as a councillor.
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Finance Fundamentals
Finance Fundamentals is a full-day workshop on the financial responsibilities of a councillor. Areas covered include financal sustainability of councils; risk assessment and management; understanding rates strategies, and; understanding developer contributions. This program will be facilitated by Michael Courtney, Director CT Management Group. Michael brings over 25 years local government experience to the program.
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Governance Fundamentals
A full-day workshop on governance principles and processes. Areas covered include principles of good governance; setting a vision for council; implementation of that vision and strategic priorities; balancing the strategic and representational roles; and understanding council planning cycles. This program will be facilitated by highly experienced former local government Chief Executive Officer, Phillip Shanahan
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Meeting Conduct & Negotiation Fundamentals
A full-day workshop on meeting conduct, rules and negotiation skills. Areas covered include understanding meeting processes and conduct; understanding the rules of debate; protocols and conventions; chairing; managing conflict; hard and soft tools and techniques; and bringing people on board. The program is facilitated by Marion McLeod who brings considerable experience in the corporate, media and local government world.
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Contact: Andrew Rowe, Phone: 03 9667 5549, Email: arowe@mav.asn.au