Community Programmes Team Leader

Manawatu District Council; Aorangi; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Manawatū District Council is seeking an enthusiastic Team Leader to guide our Community Programmes team across the Manawatū District, including at Te Āhuru Mōwai and the Feilding Civic Centre.

Based primarily at Te Āhuru Mōwai, Feilding, this hands-on leadership role involves supporting a talented team while continuing to deliver programmes yourself. You’ll work with the Civic Centre team to coordinate staff for events as the facility expands.

Job description

Do you love creating experiences that bring people together, spark curiosity and help communities thrive?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and organised Team Leader to lead our Community Programmes team, delivering engaging programmes, events and experiences across the Manawatū District, including at Te Āhuru Mōwai and the Feilding Civic Centre.

Based primarily at Te Āhuru Mōwai, our Community Hub Libraries in Feilding, this is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll support a talented team while continuing to be involved in creating and delivering programmes yourself. You'll also work closely with the Civic Centre team, coordinating staff support for events and activities as the facility becomes part of Council's community services.

From children's activities and digital learning to community events and outreach, you'll help ensure our programmes are welcoming, relevant and make a real difference for the people who participate. With programmes and events taking place at different times and locations, you'll need to be flexible with your working hours, including evenings and weekends when required.

We're looking for someone with experience in community programmes, education, events or a similar environment who enjoys leading and developing others. You'll be organised, creative and confident working with people of all ages, with the ability to balance programme delivery, team coordination and opportunities across different locations.

At Manawatū District Council, our vision is a connected, vibrant and thriving Manawatū.

Our Community Programmes team creates opportunities for people to learn, connect, explore and have fun. This role gives you the opportunity to lead that work, develop a great team and continue being part of the experiences that make a difference in our communities.

If you're a supportive leader who loves working with people and bringing ideas to life, we'd love to hear from you.