Community Partnerships Officer (Fixed Term, 14 Months)

Richmond, New Zealand

Reference: 6670172

Richmond, Tasman

  • At Tasman District Council, our love for our region inspires us as we constantly strive to make it an even better place for our communities
  • This is a pivotal role in delivering programmes to enhance the relationship of Council and its communities
  • We offer flexible work arrangements
  • Competitive base salary plus 6.2% benefits package - You choose what suits you best

This role is to cover an internal secondment.

About the role

Based in Richmond, you will help to plan and deliver events, recreation opportunities and youth initiatives, and develop meaningful relationships with other providers in the District. You will be a natural communicator who thrives on creating collaborative day-to-day relationships with community representatives and groups.

About you

Bring your proven track record of creating positive community relationships to this diverse role, and we'll put it to good use as you assist, advise and help to deliver the Council's partnerships activities within the communities it serves.

You will have a relevant tertiary qualification and at least three years' experience in community recreation, development/engagement or event management, and a good understanding of the local government sector and its obligations with regard to community engagement. You will also have the confidence and connections to hit the ground running and be a valuable contributor to this small, but efficient, team.

The rewards

This is a fabulous opportunity to join a performance and values-based organisation that invests in the development of its people. At council we offer:

  • A great team environment
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Attractive benefits package
  • A day off on your birthday!

A role at the Council isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to make things happen in the district you're dedicated to. Join our team, and be inspired by the people you work with and the results and successes we share together.

The starting salary for this position is $69,00 - $77,000 + 6.2% benefits. Renumeration will be based off skills and experience.

Making great communities takes great people. Will you be one of them?

Online applications can be submitted on our website www.tasman.govt.nz . Further information can be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Team on (03) 543-8988 or email vacancy@tasman.govt.nz

Applications Close: 20 Oct 2024

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What to expect after you apply

Once the vacancy closes you'll be contacted within 7 days as to whether or not your application has been successful.  If you've been shortlisted for an interview, you'll be contacted by one of the People & Wellbeing team to arrange a time to come in and meet with some of the team. 

We typically only do one interview, however depending on the seniority of the role or the role itself, we sometimes require two interviews.  For mid-senior level and team leader/manager roles, you may also be required to undertake psychometric testing.

In your interview, there will be a member of the People & Wellbeing team, the Hiring Manager and either their Manager or one of the senior member's of their team.  Our interview questions are predominantly behavioural and skills-based.

Summer Student Internships

Every year we employ a number of Summer Students across the Council to work for a period of 12-16 weeks over the summer months (mid-November to February). This is a great opportunity to gain work experience in your field of study. Recruitment begins in mid June. All applications must be submitted online via our Vacancies page between mid-June and mid-July each year.

We typically have vacancies in Engineering, Environmental Information (Hydrology, Resource Science and Biosecurity), Information Services and Regulatory (Compliance Monitoring).

If you're an Engineering student interested in a Rivers Engineering career/Summer Student position, check out this website for more information - Careers | Resilient River Communities - Careers | Resilient River Communities (resilientrivers.nz).