Senior Climate & Sustainability Advisor

Auckland Council; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU) is Auckland Council‑controlled and focuses on climate and sustainability initiatives within the region. The Senior Climate Change and Sustainability Advisor is a 12‑month fixed term parental leave cover role.

You will provide specialist advice, lead resilience projects, and influence strategy through strong stakeholder collaboration. A strategic thinker with a passion for positive change and regional impact is essential.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of climate change and sustainability strategies, policies, and practices.
• Experience writing technical reports for diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to build and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Understanding of local government’s role in climate change.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, cross-sector partnership environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice and strategic direction on climate and sustainability issues, focusing on adaptation and resilience.
• Lead climate resilience projects, including risk assessments and adaptation planning.
• Build strong internal and external relationships to influence decision-making.
• Effectively communicate sustainability outcomes to internal and external audiences.
• Identify issues and opportunities from national and international best practice and trends.

Skills

Climate knowledge

Strategic advisory

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Cross‑team collaboration

Communication

Job description

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Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU) is Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s cultural, events and destination agency. It is an Auckland Council-controlled organisation that works to make Auckland a vibrant place to live and visit, through events, experiences and taonga (treasures).

The Senior Climate Change and Sustainability advisor is a12-month fixed term parental leave cover role.

• Provide specialist advice and strategic direction as a trusted advisor on climate and sustainability issues, with a particular focus on climate adaptation and resilience.
• Lead climate resilience projects, including climate change risk assessments, adaptation planning, and on-going measurement, evaluation and learning of adaptation programmes.
• Build strong internal and external collaborative relationships and influence decision-making around climate and sustainability initiatives.
• Effectively communicate to internal and external audiences to promote sustainability and resilience outcomes.
• Proactively identify issues and opportunities associated with emerging national and international best practice and trends.

To be successful in this role, you will thrive on building connections and engaging around sustainability. You will use your technical knowledge and expertise in climate change to build trust and support in delivering positive outcomes for the organisation and will directly influence strategy development and decision making. A strategic thinker, you will have a passion for driving positive change, building resilience and inspiring others.

We will be looking for specific competencies and experience, including:

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of climate change and sustainability strategies, policies, and practices
• Experience writing technical reports that can be understood by a range of audiences and a track record of successfully developing and delivering projects.
• Proven ability to develop and manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Broad understanding of local government’s role in climate change
• Proven ability to work closely in teams, particularly in the context of a multi-disciplinary, cross-sector partnership environment

With working for TAU, as part of the wider Auckland Council Group, you'll gain access to many benefits and discounts, including discounted financial services and insurance, entertainment, lifestyle discounts and more.

In addition, you’ll be joining a team of dedicated and respected experts working collaboratively across the region to contribute to Auckland’s growth and development. We are committed to diversity and have a culture built on trust and valuing individual and collective contributions.

Band: H

Applications close: Wednesday 11th November 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role and choose to progress the role with a particular applicant. If this role is of interest to you, we strongly encourage early submission.

TātakiAuckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.