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Home
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About Us
The Mayors Taskforce For Jobs (MTFJ) is a nationwide network of New Zealand’s Mayors, working together towards the vision of all young people under 25 being engaged in appropriate education, training, work or other positive activity in their communities. MTFJ runs advocacy projects and aims to partner with best-practice organisations to promote the economic well-being of young... Read more
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Contact
*Feel free to contact us with any questions or feedback you may have. We will endeavour to respond as soon as possible.* Read more
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MTFJ History
MTFJ Beginnings In February 2000, a group of seven Mayors from around New Zealand gathered in Christchurch to establish the Mayors Taskforce For Jobs. This initial group included former Mayors Garry Moore of Christchurch, Derek Fox of Wairoa, Sukhi Turner of Dunedin, Jenny Brash of Porirua, John Chaffey of Hurunui and Jill White of Palmerston North,... Read more
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Mission & Objectives
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MTFJ Vision The purpose of the MTFJ is to facilitate a supportive network of Mayors to allow each community to learn from the experiences of each other as they each strive to achieve the Taskforce’s Vision: *That all young people under 25 be engaged in appropriate education, training work or positive activities in their communities * MTFJ Mission... Read more
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Governance
The Core Group: The Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ) governance group is called the Core Group. This group is made up of mayors from throughout the country who volunteer to oversee the organisation. The group meet quarterly in Wellington, as well as regular presentations to the respective Zone's to update the membership on the operations of... Read more
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Our Work
In this section you will find the various projects already in operation for the MTFJ. These include: The Core Group working to provide a comprehensive communication suite in order to keep mayors up to date with activity from throughout the country; The MTFJ working with the Industry Training Federation to deliver graduation ceremonies to celebrate... Read more
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Our Team
*James Mather * James came on board as Taskforce Coordinator in November 2016. Prior to this role, James was appointed to manage the Wellington City Council Advisory Groups. He was responsible for relationship management and advocacy on behalf of the Pacific, Youth, Environmental, and Accessibility advisory groups. James brings a strong understanding of council operations and engagement as well as insights... Read more
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MTFJ Supporters
* Tindall Foundation *The Tindall Foundation The Tindall Foundation is a private family foundation that gives to organisations and communities throughout Aotearoa New Zealand by way of donations, training, capacity building and research and partnering with others. The organisation aims to see communities grow and prosper so our childrens’ children will have the very best chance... Read more
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Local Government in New Zealand
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Local Government in New Zealand consists of 78 local, regional and unitary councils. The elected members of these councils are chosen every three years by voters in their communities to represent them. The elected members employ a Chief Executive to run the everyday business of the council. The Chief Executive employs all other council managers and... Read more