Strategic Community Services Manager

3 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Taituara Full time

Company Overview

Taituara District Council is a small local government agency, known for its collaborative team environment and proactive approach to managing community projects. Located in the heart of rural New Zealand, our district is home to around 7,900 residents who share a strong sense of community spirit.

As the gateway to the Waitaki Lakes and the Mackenzie Basin, our region offers stunning natural beauty, rich farmland, and unique cultural heritage. Our vision is to create a thriving and sustainable community where people can live, work, and visit with ease.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Community Services Manager to lead our Community and Strategy Group. This role will be responsible for delivering high-quality policy and community planning advice, as well as promoting the health and wellbeing of our community through various services.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Strong senior experience in strategic planning and policy writing;
  • Ability to understand, analyse, interpret, and disseminate advice on legislation, strategies, policies, and best practice guidelines;
  • Experience with budgeting in a business operational setting;
  • Ability to liaise with various stakeholder groups;
  • Relevant tertiary qualification and experience with project management, report writing, and presenting at a governance level.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to work collaboratively with staff, stakeholders, and community members;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Experience in local government or similar operating environments;
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices.


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