Council offers career stepping stone for rangatahi

Six cadets have been welcomed to Far North District Council (FNDC) as they embark on an exciting 10-month internship to help kick-start their careers.

The FNDC internship programme partners with the Ministry of Social Development (MSD), Work Ready, and the Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs to give cadets work experience and help develop their skills.

Joining the council are Adrian Davita, who is working with the Communications and Engagement team; Alicia Cassidy Tupou will be with the Contact Centre; Stella Saville and Te Harangi Tikitiki will join Customers Services and Libraries; Willow Roberts will be working with Rating Services, and Tanea Webster will be in Compliance.

More than 50 cadets have participated in the FNDC cadetship programme since 2006, with many going on to permanent roles within the council and some are now working at management level.

The scheme supports rangatahi between the ages of 16 and 24 into work and provides career opportunities not easily accessible to young people in rural areas.

If you are an ambitious young person interested in becoming a cadet, contact MSD or Work Ready to find out more.

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Pictured: (From left) New starters Stella Saville, Tanea Webster, Te Harangi Tikitiki, Alicia Cassidy Tupou, Willow Roberts and Adrian Davita.