Joy Kirkbride

Joy Kirkbride is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in web content management and customer service within local government and social care sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Web Content Specialist at Tauranga City Council since May 2008, Joy oversees the maintenance of several council-related websites, manages online projects, conducts analytics, and ensures content relevance through reviews. Previous roles include Advisor - Customer Service at Tauranga City Council, where Joy provided guidance on council matters, and International Recognition Officer at the General Social Care Council, processing applications for foreign social workers. Joy began their career at Bay of Plenty Regional Council as a Consents Administration Officer, handling resource consent applications. Academically, Joy holds a Bachelor's Degree with a double major in History and Sociology from the University of Waikato.