A new-look database to support women interested in governance positions within the public sector has been launched by the Ministry for Women to mark International Women’s Day on 8 March.
The Ministry shares opportunities about available roles and training opportunities through the BoardConnector database.
Minister for Women, Nicola Grigg said female leaders play a critical role in a productive economy and New Zealand’s long-term growth and resilience.
“That’s why we are providing tools like BoardConnector to drive meaningful change to women’s representation,” she said.
“For the first time, private sector businesses across the country will have access to a pool of governance-ready leaders and aspiring leaders will be supported with training and resources to progress to governance roles.”
The proportion of female directors in NZX-listed firms has increased markedly since 2016, with women holding 31% of private-sector director positions. Public sector boards and committees comprise about 50% women.
“Driving women into higher paid governance roles helps improve their economic empowerment, and reduces the gender pay gap and retirement savings gaps,” Ms Grigg says.
“We are growing the economy so that all New Zealanders are better placed to cope with the cost of living through more job opportunities and higher wages, and we’re pulling out all the stops to improve the economic outcomes of women and girls across New Zealand.”
Women interested in governance are encouraged to join BoardConnector.Â
