Team Leader Community Partnerships

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

We are looking for a passionate and experienced people leader to join our dedicated Central City leadership team of five, as we shape the vision for the Central City Hub, creating safer places for people to participate in, meet, connect and enjoy civic life in the Central City.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity leading a team of 12-15, based in Central City Library with some flexibility around working hours.

Day to day you and your team will be responsible for:

• Delivering a wide range of responsive services and programs for Aucklanders in the Central City.
• Supporting the design and implementation of service improvement initiatives.
• Managing relationships and supporting regional teams, GLAM sector, and Central City stakeholders.
• Liaising with Iwi and wider council whanau to strengthen strategic outcomes.
• Planning, promoting, evaluating, and reporting on the services provided.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We’re looking for someone who will be able to hit the ground running, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills:

• Leadership and Team Development: Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team.
• Community Engagement and Partnership Building: Experience in building and maintaining strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and engaging with the community to meet their evolving needs.
• Programme Planning and Service Innovation: Strong skills in planning, executing, and evaluating community programmes and events, with a focus on service innovation and improving customer experiences.
• Communication and Relationship Management: Excellent oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to manage relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse groups and individuals.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

You’ll work in a stimulating environment and be part of a passionate team committed to Auckland communities. We support flexible working arrangements for our staff.

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
• 3% kiwisaver on top of your salary
• Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies
• Flexible and supportive work environment

Click this link to find out more about our employee benefits package.

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini: My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

To view a copy of the position description, click here.

Applications close: Sunday 24th November at 11.59pm

This role is a band G, we are expecting to appoint the successful applicant at a salary of between $87- $102k per annum, depending upon 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.

Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council 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 Council terms and conditions.