Community and Youth Engagement Coordinator

ChangeMakers Resettlement Forum; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community-focused organization is seeking a Community and Youth Engagement Coordinator in Auckland. This role involves leading ecological and youth engagement projects to foster community involvement and environmental stewardship. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a passion for ecological restoration, able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Energetic self-starter with ecological knowledge.
• Experience in community development and engagement.
• Ability to manage events and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the PFK Halo Project and the Youth Programme.
• Engage communities and local youth organisations.
• Craft workshops and on-site learning sessions.

Skills

Excellent face to face communication skills

Event management

Public speaking

Good writing skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Flexibility for weekend/evening work

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

As the PFK team grows, we have an exciting position available for someone with skills in ecological restoration and community development, an energetic self-starter who enjoys working with young people and being part of a fast-paced and passionate team.

The Community and Youth Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for two main projects: Firstly, the existing PFK Halo Project, a place-based initiative to engage communities in their local restoration projects and to enhance understanding of catchment-based ecological priorities. Secondly, the Youth Programme, a pilot project to engage with local youth organisations and provide the conditions for an ongoing investment of time and care in their local environment.

The successful candidate will be energetic and dynamic, an independent worker as well as a team player, and familiar with the ngahere in Tāmaki Makaurau with a sound ecological knowledge.

Community and Youth Engagement Coordinator skills required:

• Excellent face to face communication skills and relationship building, listening skills and a volunteer-centric approach
• Event management experience with good organisational and time management skills
• Public speaking and ability to craft compelling, short workshops, guided walks and on-site learning sessions
• Communications: good writing skills and the ability to craft articles and social media posts
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite and virtual meetings
• Own transport to attend off-site events
• An appetite for weekend and evening work with a flexible schedule

If you are looking for a job in which you can really make a difference to both our community and our natural environment, then please apply by emailing your Covering Letter and CV to [e-mail]

This is a contract position, 30 hours per week, for a fixed term to 30 June 2026 (hourly rate of $32 per hour). This role requires field work as well as office-based work with the ability to work remotely from time to time.