Programmes Coordinator

Kāpiti Coast; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dependant leave

Thriving team culture

On-site parking

Free access to pools

Staff discounts

Job summary

Te Ara Whetū at Kāpiti Coast District Council in Waikanae is seeking a proactive Programme Coordinator to design and deliver engaging community programmes. You will work closely with community groups, iwi, and Council teams to create diverse learning and wellbeing opportunities.

You'll manage venue bookings and partnerships, coordinate across the district, and use communications and social media to promote activities, building a welcoming, vibrant hub for all ages.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating programmes, events, and community initiatives or activities.
• Current and valid NZ Driver licence.
• Ability to identify community interests and translate them into engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver programmes, events and community initiatives.
• Manage programme schedules across multiple months and priorities.
• Support venue bookings, partnerships and opportunities in collaboration with Library Hub Services.
• Communicate effectively to promote programmes and encourage participation.

Skills

Programme coordination

Event planning

Stakeholder engagement

Networking

Digital systems

Communications & social media

Collaboration across teams

Job description

Programme Coordinator delivers engaging programmes and events that connect people, support learning, and enhance community wellbeing at Te Ara Whetū.

Te tʂuranga | The Opportunity

Help bring Te Ara Whetū to life through inspiring programmes, meaningful community connections, and memorable experiences. This is a unique opportunity to join a brand new team at Kāpiti Coast District Council’s new Library Hub in Waikanae. You will play a key role in creating a vibrant, welcoming and well used destination for our community.

This role requires energy, enthusiasm, creativity and forward thinking along with a genuine passion for community engagement. You will collaborate with community organisations, local iwi, Council teams, and other Programme Coordinators across the district. Together, you will strategically create an innovative and engaging range of programmes and opportunities that supports lifelong learning, literacy and community wellbeing.

You need to be a driven networker. You will create programmes that celebrate diverse interests, including arts, creativity, culture, learning, technology, wellbeing and community connection. Using your skills in communications and social media you will bring your programmes to life and encourage participation from people from all ages.

As part of the Te Ara Whetū team, you will work closely with the Experience Coordinator to support venue bookings, events, partnerships and opportunities. You will also work alongside the passionate people in the Library Hub Services team and report to the Te Ara Whetū Hub Lead. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the programme offering for Te Ara Whetū and make a real difference in the lives of our community.

Nā toţ rourou | What you will bring

To excel in this role, you will have experience coordinating programmes, events, community initiatives or activities, and hold a current and valid NZ Driver licence.

You’ll also bring strong knowledge of and experience in:

• Experience planning, coordinating and delivering programmes, events or community initiatives
• Ability to identify community interests and translate them into engaging and meaningful activities.
• Strong networking skills to build positive relationships with community groups, organisations and stakeholders.
• Encouraging community participation and creating welcoming environments.
• Aptitude to plan ahead and manage a programme schedule across multiple months and priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the district to deliver a coordinated and strategic programme offering.
• Competence in digital systems and technology to support planning, communication and programme delivery.
• Identifying opportunities to be innovative and continuously improve services and experiences.

This role will suit someone who enjoys connecting people, building partnerships, turning ideas into reality, and creating programmes that make a lasting impact in the community.

If you’re excited to work in a community focused, energised and enthusiastic team environment, we’d love to hear from you. Come and join us in making our library an enjoyable experience for all!

Mŋ Kāpiti Coast District Council | About us

Located on the picturesque Kāpiti Coast, KCDC plays a pivotal role in shaping the community and environment of our region. With around 480 employees, we deliver services spanning urban planning, infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community wellbeing—working together to create a sustainable future for our diverse communities.

Ngą huanga | What we offer

• Dependant leave – because family matters.
• Thriving team culture – we work hard and support each other.
• On-site parking – say goodbye to parking hassles.
• Free access to pools – dive into fun.
• Council staff discounts – because who doesn’t love a good deal?

Closing date 1/10/2026.

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Carole Jowett, Hub Lead Te Ara Whetū on 04 296 4700 or free phone [phone]

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre‑employment checks, including drug and alcohol screening and Police checks.