- Lead strategic engagement and partnership building across diverse sectors
- Drive customer-centric and culturally responsive communication
- Play a key role in representing Auckland Council in high-profile forums
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Auckland Council’s Resilience & Infrastructure division has an opportunity for a Stakeholder & Partnerships Specialist to join the Stakeholder & Partnerships team.
This is a critical role for the Council, focusing on building strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders, partners, and customers while delivering transparent, effective engagement on key initiatives.
This hybrid role is based three days a week at our Albert Street office, with two days working from home.
This role will see you:
- Design and deliver stakeholder engagement and communications strategies that drive trust and collaboration
- Partner with subject matter experts to deliver clear, accessible communications initiatives across multiple channels
- Build and maintain influential relationships across government, industry and community sectors
- Support Māori Outcomes initiatives with culturally responsive approaches
- Advise on stakeholder engagement for change and improvement projects
He kōrero mōu: About you
You’ll bring proven experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership development within large, complex, or political environments.
We are looking for someone with:
- A background in communications or engagement
- Experience in the public sector, or engaging with industry and/or community stakeholders
- 5+ years’ experience managing stakeholders in complex or political environments
- Exceptional communication skills and strong political/organisational acumen
- Commitment to te ao Māori and culturally responsive engagement
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. You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, EAP services, an Oranga Day and discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts!
View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bk7WGJT_t7vY7iKAiqd0YPS0C73-ZTtM/view?usp=sharing
We are a diverse organisation – we value diversity in our thinking, and we can only achieve that with a diverse team!
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: Wednesday 3rd September 2025
Please note: Qualification Checks will be conducted along with other relevant pre-employment checks required for employment with Auckland Council.
Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.
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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