Senior Partnerships Specialist

6 days ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Auckland Council Full time

Build partnerships that make a real impact in conservation and sustainability
- Use your strategic relationship skills to drive investment in environmental initiatives
- Join a supportive and passionate team in a flexible work environment

**He angitūtanga: The opportunity**

Are you passionate about protecting and restoring our natural environment? Do you thrive on building strategic partnerships that create real impact?

We’re looking for a Senior Partnerships Specialist to join our Community Conservation and Engagement team within the Environmental Services department.

In this role, you’ll be instrumental in securing private and philanthropic partnerships that support positive environmental outcomes across Tāmaki Makaurau. You'll identify, secure and grow strategic partnerships that increase investment in Auckland's natural environment, aligning with council's long-term conservation goals. Your work will directly support the delivery of environmental projects and programmes, creating lasting benefits for communities, ecosystems and future generations.

Please note:

- This is a fixed-term, full-time opportunity covering a 10-month contract. We are looking to fill this role as soon as possible, with the contract set to conclude by February 2026 at the latest.
- This role is deemed safety sensitive and, in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.

**He kōrero mōu: About you**

You’re a results-driven professional with a proven ability to cultivate and maintain strategic relationships. With a strong background in partnership development, stakeholder engagement, fundraising or business development, you understand how to align interests and foster mutually beneficial collaborations.

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

- Proven experience in securing funding or investment through partnerships witha strategic mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities and align interests
- Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders
- Creative problem-solving abilities to develop tailored partnership solutions
- A relevant qualification or experience in business, marketing, communications, conservation, sustainability or commerce
- A full and clean NZ Drivers' License

While we are looking for someone experienced who can hit the ground running, we also welcome applicants who have a solid foundation in partnership development, stakeholder engagement, or fundraising and are eager to take the next step in their career. This role is ideal for professionals looking to expand their impact and step into a more strategic position.

Most importantly, you are a natural collaborator who enjoys working with others to bring ambitious environmental initiatives to life.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer**

While this is a fixed-term role, it’s a fantastic opportunity to be part of something meaningful—helping to grow investment in Auckland’s natural environment and working on projects that have a real and lasting impact. You’ll be joining a supportive, collaborative team that’s passionate about conservation and values fresh ideas and new perspectives. Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.

We offer:

- A flexible and friendly work environment, where you’ll feel part of a team from day one
- The opportunity to work alongside mana whenua, community organisations, not-for-profits and private sector partners, gaining valuable experience in conservation partnerships

Take the next step in your career

**You can find the position description** here
**Applications close**: Wednesday 19th March 2025

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