Communication and Engagement Coordinator

Full-time

Group: Partnerships, Communication & Maaori

As part of our Hamilton City Council team, you'll be improving the wellbeing of Hamiltonians alongside more than 1400 people, in 28 business units, across 20 sites.

The scale of what we do is massive and the people who do it are passionate. We're proud of the work we do and the difference we make in our community.

Our Communication and Engagement Unit is here to connect the community with Council. We work as strategic partners across our organisation to keep our residents informed and involved with the decisions Council makes.

Being a part of Hamilton City Council is a chance to impact a city, add value to our community, embrace challenges and grow your career.

He angituutanga: The opportunity

In this role you will support the delivery of effective communication and engagement initiatives, provide administrative support, and take on your own projects.

From working with designers, booking media ads, writing stories, organising invoices and publishing web content, you will execute a variety of tactics across all our channels.

Some of the key outcomes are:

• Coordinate communication and marketing collateral and tactics.
• Contribute to Council's online communication channels, including updating websites, social media, and media monitoring.
• Assist in the maintenance, monitoring and administration of Council's logo, branding guidelines, proactively manage our extensive filing system, and contribute to improving internal processes.
• Support the delivery of innovative and effective engagement activities.

You will ideally bring 1-2 years' experience in a similar role, but this role could also suit a new graduate ready to make an impact. You will be joining a talented, collaborative and professional team.

This is a full-time fixed term opportunity to 30 June 2026.

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• Fantastic oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate requirements and adapt quickly.
• Highly organised and great at managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• High level of motivation, initiative, and proactive drive.
• Ability to pick-up new tools and technology quickly.
• An eye for branding and marketing and great attention to detail.
• Creativity and passion about understanding and engaging with our community.
• Flexible and available to work some weekends and evenings.
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field.

Circa $63,000 dependent on skills and experience.

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer

• Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Two wellbeing days per year.
• Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted. Membership rates for family members.
• Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.
• Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei: Apply Now

If you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please combine this in the same file as your resume and upload as a PDF file. .

Applications close on the: 21 November 2025

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.