Title: Interpretation Coordinator
Central Auckland, NZ, 1010
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Interpretation Co-ordinator
Auckland Zoo’s mission is to bring people together to build a future for wildlife. We achieve this by demonstrating care for wildlife, inspiring visitors to value wildlife, supporting conservation efforts, and fostering a high-performance culture.
Auckland Zoo is looking for an Interpretation Coordinator to help bring our exhibits to life through innovative and high-quality interpretation.
About the Role:
As an Interpretation Coordinator, you will assist in developing and delivering engaging and educational interpretative content throughout the zoo. Working closely with the Interpretation Advisor, you will ensure Auckland Zoo maintains a clear and unique voice, fostering meaningful connections with our visitors and inspiring them to take sustainable, environmentally friendly actions.
This is a permanent full-time position of 40 hours per week Monday to Friday some weekend work as required.
The position reports directly to the Interpretation Advisor.
To read the full position description please click HERE
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone who is:
- A creative storyteller with a passion for conservation and environmental education.
- An excellent communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Visually aware, with an understanding of design principles and an ability to present information in an engaging way.
- A team player, fostering positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficient in digital tools, including Microsoft Office. Experience with graphic design and electronic artwork development is a plus.
- Familiar with te reo Māori and tikanga or willing to develop their knowledge in this area.
- To guide you further we require:
Qualifications & Experience:
- A diploma in science communication, museum studies, journalism, teaching, or a related field.
- Experience in interpretation, written communications, or conservation education.
- Experience in a zoo environment is preferred but not essential.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
This fantastic role enables you to work in a fun and stimulating environment, in lovely surroundings and to mix and mingle with a broad variety of people.
The salary for this role is $67,000 - 70,000 (per annum, skills and experience dependant), four weeks annual leave, rising to five weeks after three years, and a range of partnership discounts and benefits; a snapshot of which can be viewed Here
Tono mo te mahi/To Apply
- Please provide a bespoke cover letter and CV
- No need to add your roles in the non-mandatory fields if your CV is up to date
- You need to have the right to work in NZ already. We are unable to support visa applications for this role.
- Close date: Sunday 30th at 23:59
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited 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.
Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Tātaki Auckland Unlimited terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Auckland Unlimited terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Unlimited terms and conditions.
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