Events and Activations Advisor

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.

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 

We're looking for an experienced and collaborative Event and Activations Advisor to join our Community Partnerships, Funding and Events team. If you're an events whiz with a knack for planning and delivering top notch events and engagement, then this could be the role you are looking for

Reporting to our Events and Activations Manager and supported by our Events and Activations Coordinator, you will take the lead on the planning and delivery of Hamilton City Council, civic and community-led events. You will execute and advise on a variety of internal, community and engagement events, and activation campaigns. 

You'll love to work hard…and have a heap of fun along the way 

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• At least 2-3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Outstanding organisational, planning and project management skills. 
• The flexibility to work some weekends and evenings when required.
• Fantastic communication skills and ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, within Council and out in the community. 
• You will thrive in a deadline driven environment and can remain calm and rational under pressure. 
• Confident leading event crew and delegating tasks. 
• Experience in tracking and coordinating budgets. 

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What's the salary? 

Circa $75K 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.
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei: Apply Now 

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Applications close on the: 03/12/2025

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

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. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here

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.