Engagement Manager
Core
Lead the Council's engagement function to connect with communities, iwi, stakeholders, and partners, shaping how the district engages on projects and decisions.
Role type
Senior Engagement Manager (Strategic Leadership)
Builds
A dedicated engagement function and a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the Council.
Domain
Local Government / Public Sector / Community Engagement
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Strategic leadership, stakeholder relationship management, IAP2 Spectrum of Public Participation, statutory consultation compliance, team management and coaching, cultural engagement (tikanga Māori, te reo Māori), program governance.
Preferred skills
Experience in large, complex, or politically sensitive environments, knowledge of the Local Government Act.
Responsibilities
Manage, coach, and develop a high-performing Engagement Team; provide strategic oversight of engagement and consultation activities; oversee the Engagement Framework; manage team workloads, resources, and priorities; monitor and evaluate engagement activities for continuous improvement.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight