Youth Learning and Engagement Specialist

1 week ago

Rotorua District Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Rotorua District Council Full time

Position Description

**He kupu mo Te Kaunihera o nga Roto o Rotorua | About Te Kaunihera o nga Roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council**

**Shape tomorrow in Rotorua: Your career starts here**

Ready to make a lasting impact? Te Kaunihera o nga Roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council is your platform for meaningful change. With a team of over 400 staff, we're committed to forging a better tomorrow for the Rotorua community. In the heart of this thriving city, you'll find yourself immersed in natural wonders like geothermal pools and ngawha | geysers, while enjoying the exhilarating mountain biking scene. Join a council that thrives on collaboration with Te Arawa, our local iwi, and embraces biculturalism at its core. From the Rotorua Lakefront Redevelopment to hosting the world-renowned Crankworx festival, you'll play a vital role in shaping our city's future. Start your journey with us today

**_ Kei a koe te toki, kei a koe te kuru, whaoa te anamata You have the chisel, you have the mallet Join us and carve the future today_**

**He kupu mo te turanga nei | About this role**

Te Aka Mauri
- Rotorua Library is looking for a passionate Youth Learning and Engagement Specialist to develop and deliver programmes that engage youth with the library, unlocking opportunities through use of digital technology, encouraging creativity, ongoing learning and positive connections.

**Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana| Skills and experience**

If you have previous experience in planning, developing and delivering training/educational programmes for youth, including curriculum based programmes that support literacy and wellbeing, with a strong focus on innovative use of digital technology then this role will suit you. This role is 37 hours per week.

You will also need strong relationship building and collaboration skills and be comfortable working within Maori settings, ideally with knowledge of Te Reo and tikanga Maori.

As you may be working with children, and potentially some who may be vulnerable, you must be comfortable taking responsibility and accountability for their safety and wellbeing.

A sense of humour alongside a strong work ethic will go a long way too.

**Nga painga | Benefits**

Te Kaunihera o nga roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council offers staff incredible benefits. These include the likes of
- free annual eye examination and discounts on eyewear
- free entry into the Rotorua Aquatic Centre
- discounts on health insurance
- life insurance cover
- Chamber of Commerce / My Boost membership, which entitles staff to a range of discounts at local outlets
- Z Business fuel discount card
- and much more

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