Strategic Community Engagement Advisor

StaffCV Limited; Rotorua; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Inclusive workplace

Wellbeing initiatives

Engagement Institute membership

Job summary

The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is seeking a Community Engagement Officer to support diverse communities and enhance public participation. This fixed-term role, based in Rotorua, emphasizes excellent communication and relationship management skills.

You'll be working in a supportive team environment, engaging purposefully with affected communities to shape decisions on proposed plans and actions. The position offers a competitive salary, a collaborative atmosphere, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engaging with diverse communities, including Māori and youth.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in deliberative processes and behaviour change is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide engagement and communications planning across a wide range of issues.
• Grow community participation through various engagement formats.
• Support others in council to grow their engagement capability.

Skills

Community engagement

Communication skills

Relationship management

Digital competency

Project management

Education

Degree level qualification in a relevant field

IAP2 Certificate of Engagement

Job description

The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is seeking a Community Engagement Officer to support diverse communities and enhance public participation. This fixed-term role, based in Rotorua, emphasizes excellent communication and relationship management skills.

You'll be working in a supportive team environment, engaging purposefully with affected communities to shape decisions on proposed plans and actions. The position offers a competitive salary, a collaborative atmosphere, and opportunities for