Climate Action Specialist

• Fixed Term Part-Time opportunity available
• Join a supportive and flexible working environment  
• Support individuals, households and the community to take action on the climate emergency

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
We are looking for a Climate Action Specialist to join our team, on a fixed term part time basis. You will be part of a passionate and professional team developing and delivering regional and local projects to deliver on the goals of Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland's Climate Plan. The key initiatives you will be responsible for is in developing (or building on) opportunities to deliver climate outcomes through internal and external partners. 
 
Please note:

• This is a Fixed Term Part Time opportunity, covering 24 hours/week (ending 13/03/2026).
• This role is internally referred to as Low Carbon Specialist.

 
He kōrero mōu: About you
You will be passionate about supporting and activating local responses to the climate crisis across all sectors. Your collaborative approach, teamed with great project execution and relationship building skills, will be essential to be successful in this role. 
You will have a good understanding of sustainability and carbon emissions in a household and community (and/or be able to acquire and research new information as required). You will be confident translating technical information for a range of audiences, and have a good understanding of working with communications and marketing. 
 
You will also have:

• Experience in a local or central government role is desirable
• Ability to provide subject matter expertise to internal and external customers on effective climate action initiatives and how to engage audiences/communities in these
• Strong project management skills
• Strong relationship building and facilitation skills
• Knowledge of Te Ao Māori and tikanga and/or a willingness to learn
• Relevant tertiary qualification: Social Science / Climate Change / Environmental Science / Community Development / Communications / Policy / Marketing / Communications

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.
 
We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible. 
View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19Nb5o5d1saTMhJi7hsQZcsTKVASyfBg7/view?usp=sharing
In return for your hard work,  you’ll be immersed in a team of remarkable and talented professionals who have a passion for climate action, their community and who love making a difference in helping to make Auckland a vibrant place to live, work and play.  This role offers flexible working and is based in our central CBD office at 135 Albert Street.
If you are outcome and delivery-focused, and want to be part of a fun, self-motivated team, then apply now with your cover letter and CV.
  
Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!    
 
You can find the position description here
Applications close: Sunday 9th March
  
Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

Please note: Qualification Checks will be conducted along with other relevant pre-employment checks required for employment with Auckland Council.

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.

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