Invercargill City Council
Libby Wilson (NMAS, CMHRINZ) currently serves as People and Culture Manager at Invercargill City Council since September 2023. Prior experience includes roles such as Organisational Development Specialist at Te Whatu Ora Southern, focusing on facilitation, development, mediation, engagement, and wellbeing. Libby has also worked as a Human Resources Business Partner at PowerNet and spent over two decades at Salvation Army New Zealand Fiji & Tonga, where responsibilities included HR strategy, capability development, and employment relations. Educational credentials encompass a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology (Hons) from the University of Otago and a Certificate of Ministry from Laidlaw College.
Invercargill City Council
The Council's vision is "To enhance our City and preserve its character while embracing innovation and change." The Invercargill City Council is chosen by the Invercargill public in elections held every three years. The Council consists of the Mayor and 12 Councillors and its role is to provide and maintain services and amenities for the public of Invercargill. There are two main parts to Invercargill City Council: the Council (elected representatives) and the Corporate (staff). The Council is chosen by electors (the Invercargill public) to govern the city's affairs, such as making decisions on spending, priorities and policies.