The Skills Organisation is entering a new chapter to
deepen its impact on vocational education across New
Zealand, with its Members voting to transition the
organisation from an incorporated society to a charitable
trust.
The decision follows a comprehensive review by
the Skills Group Board, which aimed to align the
organisation’s legal structure with its long-term goals as
a Private Training Establishment, while maintaining its
commitment to its core charitable purpose of providing
high-quality vocational education and training.
Skills
Organisation Chairman Tim Gibson says he was pleased with
the strong support from Members for this important
change.
“The decision follows careful consideration
and an independent review by the Hon. Murray McCully,” Tim
says.
“The review confirmed that the incorporated
society model worked well for Skills in the past, but it no
longer suits the needs of a large, modern vocational
training business that requires significant investment and
the ability to respond quickly to industry
changes.
“Transitioning to a Charitable Trust will
help us better serve the vocational education sector and
strengthen Skills’ ability to partner with industry and
all stakeholders to meet the evolving needs of the
workforce. We’re excited about what this next chapter
enables. It ensures Skills is fit-for-purpose for the future
of work in New Zealand.”
While the legal structure
will change the day-to-day operations at Skills will
continue as normal.
“The change will not affect the
delivery of current training programmes or
services.”
Skills’ transition to a Charitable
Trust reflects its ongoing commitment to providing
effective, relevant training that supports the development
of New Zealand’s
workforce.
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