Community Engagement Advisor

6 days ago

Napier, New Zealand Napier City Council Full time

Are you passionate about connecting people and building strong relationships that make a real difference in the community? Napier City Council is looking for a Community Engagement Advisor to join us on a fixed-term basis, leading meaningful initiatives that bring residents and stakeholders closer to the decisions that shape their lives.

In this role, you'll take the lead in creating opportunities for the community to be informed, involved, and heard. With your creativity, proactive approach, and natural ability to connect with a diverse range of groups and individuals, you'll ensure our engagement efforts are effective, inclusive, and impactful.

This is more than just a 9-to-5 role—it’s about being there when it matters most, including attending meetings and events outside regular office hours.

As our **Community Engagement Advisor**some of your responsibilities will be to:

- **Plan & Deliver Engagement** - Manage community engagement projects from planning to execution.
- **Lead Events & Meetings** - Organise and participate in consultations, pop-ups, and community events.
- **Connect with the Community** - Communicate face-to-face, online, and via other channels to build support for Council initiatives.
- **Gather Insights** - Collect and analyse community feedback to inform decision-making.
- **Support Citizen’s Assembly establishment** - Assist in establishing and implementing this initiative.
- **Advise on Strategies** - Guide Council staff on best practices for communication and engagement.
- **Develop Engagement Plans** - Create and manage timelines in collaboration with experts.
- **Create Engagement Materials** - Develop content for consultations and events.
- **Strengthen Relationships** - Build connections with stakeholders, community groups, and internal teams to align efforts.

To be considered for this role, you will have:

- Bachelor's degree in community development, social sciences, or communications.
- At least four years' experience in community development, communications, or stakeholder engagement.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Customer-focused with a growth mindset.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Skilled in event planning and coordination.
- Excellent project and time management abilities.

**About Us**

Join the dynamic team at Napier City Council, where we pride ourselves on excellence, integrity, and sustainability, while delivering exceptional customer and community service. As one of Napier's most sought-after employers, we offer more than just a job. How about exclusive retail discounts, discounted medical insurance, and a generous 5 weeks of annual leave after just 2 years of service?

At Napier City Council, we play a vital role in Civil Defence emergencies, and that means everyone on our team may be called upon to support the response. It's an opportunity to make a real difference in our community.

Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description

Job Description - Community Engagement Advisor (Fixed)
- Department
- Community Services
- Locations
- Cape View
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time

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