Director Strategic Engagement and Partnership

If you are someone who is dynamic, thinks outside the square and has experience in community engagement, we want to hear from you
About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
Our values define who we are; they influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our customers and engage with communities, every day.

**Tūhonotanga**: Bringing people together to increase participation in democracy.

**Aratakina**: Guiding towards greater understanding

**Manaakitanga**: Demonstrating generosity and empowering people

**Tika**: Doing things right; doing the right things
Through our values, cultural understanding, and whanaungatanga (close personal connection) we connect with our communities ensuring support is provided during times of uncertainty.
About you | Mōhou ake
What you'll be doing | He aha tāu e mahi ana
- Design and drive the Commission's Community Engagement Strategy plan to expand and strengthen relationships with local and central government, community-based organisations, advocacy groups, and community leaders to advance the strategic goals of the Commission to connect and partner
- Monitor, anticipate and understand community issues and priorities, and develop plans and shape our position to leverage off our effective relationships
- Serve as a primary point of contact and liaison to interface with central government, ensuring there are effective partnerships and agreements in place
- Work in close collaboration with Communications and Education team to develop and implement effective outreach strategies to enhance public awareness for the General election
- Anticipate and manage issues and threats the Commission's reputation, proactively prepare for potential issues, and respond quickly to unforeseen issues, in coordination with multiple departments and internal stakeholders. If necessary, quickly organize, manage, and lead cross functional teams

What you'll need to succeed | Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū
- Experience setting strategic direction and mobilising teams to deliver
- Experience developing and implementing engagement plans/strategies to connect with target audiences (e.g., communities)
- Extensive experience in financial and operational management
- Experience leading engagements with delivery agencies stakeholders and government agencies
- Experience working with teams that are located across the country and creating cohesive team environments
- Experience leading/delivering large-scale projects and programmes
- Experience leading teams through periods of significant change
- Systems, strategic and critical thinking
- Awareness of the economic, political, social and cultural context in which the individual and the Commission operate.
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Thought leadership
- Has a strong level of emotional intelligence

About the Electoral Commission | Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri
The Electoral Commission wants every New Zealander to trust, value and take part in parliamentary elections.
Here's your chance to contribute to New Zealand's democracy as part of a small team of electoral experts who design, build and implement processes and systems for Parliamentary elections and referenda. It's an exciting and varied role within a team which is committed, supportive and hands-on.
Why join the Electoral Commission?
What's next? | He aha e whai ake nei
You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand.
All new employees are encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. You may disclose your vaccination status to your manager on a voluntary basis.