Programme Coordinator

Auckland Council; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional annual leave

Four weeks leave +1 after five years

Extra day for community activities

Discounts on attractions

Health & Life Insurance policies

Flexible work environment

KiwiSaver 3.5%

Job summary

Auckland Council is seeking a Programme Coordinator to support the delivery of engaging research and heritage programmes across its Libraries. The role focuses on coordinating events, activations, exhibitions and outreach, with manaakitanga and inclusive hosting at its core.

This permanent, part-time position (32 hours per week) sits within the Libraries Public Engagement team, working with colleagues, speakers and communities to create welcoming spaces and well-run programmes that educate and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or coordinating programmes, events or community-based activities.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to juggle changing priorities.
• Clear and confident communication skills, including in public-facing settings.
• A strong customer service mindset and understanding of manaakitanga.
• The ability to work well with a diverse range of people and stakeholders.
• An interest in research, heritage, libraries or cultural programmes (experience is a bonus, not a requirement).

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of research and heritage programmes and events.
• Manage practical and logistical details for public-facing programmes, from early planning through to delivery.
• Provide manaakitanga to speakers, partners, vendors and audiences, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience.
• Support public-facing events by welcoming audiences and assisting with hosting as required.
• Maintain programme documentation, records and calendars to support planning and reporting.
• Assist with exhibition delivery and related programme support.
• Contribute to evaluation and feedback processes to support continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Public Engagement team, Research and Heritage Services, and the wider Auckland Libraries whānau.
• Uphold health and safety best practice across all programme delivery.

Skills

Programme coordination

Event delivery

Public engagement

Communication skills

Manaakitanga

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Support the design and delivery of engaging public programmes that connect people with Auckland Libraries’ Research and Heritage collections

Play a hands‑on role delivering events and activations that matter to the community

Work collaboratively with a passionate team

We are looking for a Programme Coordinator to support the delivery of engaging research and heritage programmes across Auckland Council Libraries.

Research and Heritage Programming sits within the Libraries Public Engagement team, and this role plays a key part in helping bring our Research and Heritage collections and stories to life through public‑facing events, activations, exhibitions and outreach activities. You’ll work closely with colleagues, speakers, partners and communities to ensure programmes are well‑coordinated, welcoming and professionally delivered.

If you enjoy organising events, working with people, and supporting meaningful cultural and learning experiences, this could be the role for you.

This is a permanent 32-hour-per-week position.

Research and heritage collections hold powerful stories about who we are and where we come from. This role helps ensure those stories are accessible, engaging and relevant by supporting high‑quality public programmes that invite people to connect, learn and participate.

By coordinating the practical and people‑focused elements of programme delivery, you help create welcoming spaces where communities feel supported to engage with Auckland’s heritage.

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of research and heritage programmes and events
• Manage practical and logistical details for public‑facing programmes, from early planning through to delivery
• Provide manaakitanga to speakers, partners, vendors and audiences, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience Support public‑facing events by welcoming audiences and assisting with hosting as required
• Maintain programme documentation, records and calendars to support planning and reporting
• Assist with exhibition delivery and related programme support
• Contribute to evaluation and feedback processes to support continuous improvement
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Public Engagement team, Research and Heritage Services, and the wider Auckland Libraries whānau
• Uphold health and safety best practice across all programme delivery

You’re organised, people‑focused and enjoy working in a collaborative environment. You take pride in delivering well‑run activities and providing a warm, professional experience for audiences and partners.

You’ll bring:

• Experience supporting or coordinating programmes, events or community‑based activities
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to juggle changing priorities
• Clear and confident communication skills, including in public‑facing settings
• A strong customer service mindset and understanding of manaakitanga
• The ability to work well with a diverse range of people and stakeholders
• An interest in research, heritage, libraries or cultural programmes (experience is a bonus, not a requirement)

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a collaborative, purpose‑driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well‑being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

• Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave
• Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years
• Additional day of leave for community activities
• Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• 3.5% KiwiSaver on top of your salary

Application close date: Thursday, 11 June 2026 at 23:59

Salary: $65-$77k plus 3.5% kiwisaver based on skills and experience

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.