Sport & Recreation Lead

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Support Aucklanders to live healthy, active, lives by joining us as a Sport and Recreation Lead.

We are looking to fill one permanent, full-time position, based at 135 Albert Street, focussing on a portfolio of local boards within Auckland. We are a small, busy, tight-knit team looking for a new team-member to join the mission to deliver a fit for purpose, future proofed, facility network for sport and recreation.

Te hiranga o tēnei mahi: Why this role matters

Aucklander’s love to be physically active and participate in all manner of sports and recreation activities. Auckland Council is the largest provider and funder of parks, open spaces and facilities for sport and active recreation. In this role, you will provide advice and manage grant-funding that directly impacts the network of facilities that support Auckland’s participation in sport and recreation.

Ngā kawenga matua: Key responsibilities

• Influence the development of Auckland’s sport and recreation facilities in a strategic manner.

• Advise elected members, council staff, and community groups on facility planning and development.
• Support the allocation and management of local and regional grant funding for facility projects.
• Deliver expert guidance to ensure projects align with Auckland’s future facility network needs.

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He kōrero mōu: About you

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions using professional judgement 
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Receptive to working in an agile and collaborative team environment
• Experience working in a relevant capital development, planning or project management role
• Experience in the facilitation of multi-stakeholder projects
• Knowledge of the Auckland/NZ sport and recreation sector

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer 

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

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.

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Tono Mai: Apply Now!
Application close date: 14th September 11.59pm

Salary: Band G - we expect to appoint the successful candidate at a rate of $90-$105K depending on skills & experience.

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.