Arts & Culture Programme Lead - Public Art

Date: 2 Jul 2026

Location: Central Auckland, NZ, 1010

Company: Auckland Council

 

 

  • Specialist regional team responsible for integrating arts and culture experiences into the lives of Aucklanders
  • Flexible working, work between home and the office plus flexible start and finish times
  • Permanent, full-time position within an innovative and creative team


He angitūtanga: The opportunity

 

This is an exciting opportunity to combine your programme management experience with your understanding of te ao Māori to deliver quality public art to Aucklanders.

  • Ensure all projects are hitting their milestones and budgets, as well as forward planning for new opportunities.
  • Work closely with the Manager Public Art, a range of internal and external stakeholders, operational staff and contractors.  
  • Refine portfolio management systems, tools, and processes and imbed continuous improvements.

 

Joining the team that drives arts and culture public art activities across the region, you’ll apply programme planning nous to plan and support the public art work programme across the Tāmaki Makaurau region. 

 

 

He kōrero mōu: About you

 

We are looking for someone with the demonstrated ability and experience in:

  • Programme management and planning of high value projects
  • Resource management, procurement, budgeting, communication and collaborative teamwork across multiple projects
  • Understanding of the arts and culture sector is beneficial for the role, but not essential
  • Lead continuous improvement and change with regards to financial practices and investment decisions
  • Leadership ability, ensuring accountability within the team regarding project milestones and deadline.

 

Your understanding of te ao Māori and understanding of Māori interests within Tāmaki Makaurau, plus passion to apply and grow your understanding of te reo, tikanga me ngā mātauranga Māori will be highly valued.

 

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

 

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

Additionally, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts including:

  • Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave
  • Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years
  • Additional day of leave for community activities
  • Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery
  • Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies
  • Flexible and supportive work environment
  • 3% KiwiSaver on top of your salary

 

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

 

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Applications close: Sunday 12th July at 11.59pm

Salary: $102-$120k per annum based on skills & experience, plus 3.5% kiwisaver

Please click here to view a copy of the position description

 

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.