Auckland Events Programme Lead | Tataki Auckland Unlimited

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU) is the economic and cultural agency for Tāmaki Makaurau. We deliver world-class events, experiences and programmes that bring people together and showcase Auckland to locals and visitors alike. 

We are looking for an experienced Programme Lead, to coordinate Auckland Council’s annual programme of performing arts, major events, city activations and experiences. This is a senior, highly collaborative role working across the council group, cultural organisations and external partners to ensure a joined-up, strategic approach to event planning, investment and delivery. 

This is a full time, fixed term contract for 1 year.  

For a copy of the full Position Description, please click: HERE 

He kōrero mōu: About you 

You will bring extensive experience leading complex event or programme portfolios, with a proven ability to plan, coordinate and evaluate programmes at scale. You are confident engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders, navigating organisational and political complexity with sound judgement and professionalism.  

Your strong communication, facilitation and relationship-building skills enable you to bring diverse groups together and drive shared outcomes.  

In addition, you should be able to demonstrate a clear commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Māori outcomes and bicultural practice, and are able to or willing to learn to pronounce basic te reo Māori and apply tikanga appropriately in your work. 

To guide you further, we hope to see a Bachelor’s degree in Events Management, Business or a related field with around 10 years in a senior programme or event leadership role. Experience working in or alongside local government or in other complex organisations will be considered valuable. 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer 

By joining us, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on Auckland, and our organisation's growth and success.  

In return for your hard work, you will enjoy a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. 

We also have an ever changing and growing range of council and partnership benefits, as snapshot of which you can find here: Benefits