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Manager Botanic Gardens
2 weeks ago
Shape the future of Auckland's iconic Botanic Gardens, making a real impact on Tamaki Makaurau and our environment. Lead a high performing team with authenticity and a culture of collaboration while honoring the values of Manaakitanga. Drive sustainability through conservation, education, and research, ensuring the long-term preservation of these spaces. This critical role is your chance to make a real difference by managing some of Auckland's most iconic and cherished green spaces, including the Auckland Botanic Gardens, Auckland Domain/Wintergardens, and a newly acquired future satellite Botanic Garden on the North Shore.
In this influential position, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of these important destinations.
You'll provide clear strategic direction, lead a high-performing team, cultivate strong partnerships and relationships, and drive financial sustainability.
Most of all you will lead through Manaakitanga and authenticity by nourishing our team culture.
What you can expect to work on: Lead with purpose and vision to continuously elevate the Auckland Botanic Gardens, Domain Winter Gardens, and Platt Arboretum, delivering transformative visitor experiences and advancing core objectives.Drive operational excellence in education, conservation, and research to ensure a lasting connection between people and plants.Take charge of prudent financial management, effectively monitoring expenditure, managing budgets, and optimizing revenue to support long-term success.Develop and nurture sustainable partnerships that empower key projects and foster community engagement, including high-profile events.Build and sustain meaningful relationships with Mana Whenua, grounded in mutual respect and shared values.This role has a remuneration range of $150,000 - $160,000. This role requires at least 10 years of experience working in botanic gardens or an appropriate related field with 10 years in a people leader role or demonstrated leadership experience. We will be looking for specific experience with the key role requirements: A relevant bachelor's or master's degree (not necessarily in horticulture or botany) that complements your practical and leadership experience.A broad understanding of the role of contemporary botanic gardens in education, conservation, and community engagement.Proven success in building strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external, creating mutually beneficial outcomes.A thorough understanding of Tangata whenua, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and a working knowledge of tikanga and Te Reo.We still encourage you to apply if you have some but not all these requirements.
Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tamaki Makaurau a world-class city.
We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.
This is a rare and rewarding opportunity to leave a lasting impact on Auckland's environmental and cultural landscape.
If you are ready to lead with passion, vision, and purpose, we want to hear from you. If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
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