Stakeholder & Partnerships Specialist

About the Role

The Auckland Council's Resilience & Infrastructure division is seeking a Stakeholder & Partnerships Specialist to join their dedicated team. This pivotal fixed-term role (ending 10th September 2027) emphasizes developing and sustaining trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders, partners, and customers. It also involves transparent and effective engagement on significant projects and initiatives.

This hybrid position requires onsite presence at the Albert Street office three days per week, with the flexibility to work from home two days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement stakeholder engagement and communication plans designed to foster trust and collaboration.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to craft and deliver clear, accessible communications through various channels.
• Establish and nurture influential partnerships within government, industry, and community sectors.
• Support Māori Outcomes initiatives by applying culturally respectful engagement strategies.
• Provide expert advice on stakeholder engagement to facilitate transformative change and improvement projects.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a robust background in stakeholder engagement and partnership cultivation, particularly within complex, political, or large organizational environments. They must demonstrate exceptional communication abilities and political/organizational insight, along with a commitment to te ao Māori and culturally aware engagement practices.

• Professional background in communications or public engagement.
• Experience working within the public sector or with industry/community stakeholders.
• At least five years of experience managing stakeholders in intricate or politically sensitive settings.
• Superior communication capabilities paired with strong political and organizational understanding.
• Dedication to culturally responsive engagement and Māori outcomes.

What Auckland Council Offers

As the largest local government body in Oceania, serving over 1.7 million residents, Auckland Council aims to enhance Tāmaki Makaurau as a world-class city. Employees benefit from numerous perks, including flexible work arrangements, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, an Oranga Day, discounted Leisure Centre membership, and varied partnership discounts. The organization embraces diversity and inclusion, fostering a welcoming workplace culture.

Additional Information

• This role is fixed term, concluding on 10 September 2027.
• Applications close on Monday, 31 August 2026.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including qualification verification.
• The employer’s contribution to Kiwisaver is in addition to the base salary.
• Auckland Council adheres to privacy protections under the Privacy Act 2020 and will collect personal and reference information if you are the preferred candidate. Reference checks will include inquiries about any active conduct investigations and current performance management.
• Applicants must consent to these checks for their applications to progress.
• The council is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion; support and access requirements during recruitment are encouraged to be communicated.