Policy Planner

Overview

Provide planning advice and lead policy work for Auckland’s Unitary Plan and resource management.

Key Responsibilities

• plan review
• policy planning
• plan evaluation
• stakeholder advice
• team leadership
• legislative submissions

Tasks

-Support the Auckland wide units design and co-ordination of the forthcoming review of the Auckland Unitary Plan -Policy Planner to help shape environment policy and planning outcomes -Evaluate and monitor the Auckland Unitary Plan as part of full policy cycle planning. -Provide high-quality planning advice to elected members, Mana Whenua, communities, and other internal and external stakeholders -Work within and lead project teams across other policy planning units on implementing national direction, submitting on legislation, preparing council-initiated plan changes, processing private plan changes and notices of requirement.

Requirements

• māori
• degree
• planning
• rma
• unitary plan
• customer service

What You Bring

-An appreciation of te ao Māori and experience with Auckland Council’s responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi -A degree qualification or higher and at least 2-3 years’ experience in planning and resource management -A sound understanding of the Resource Management Act -Statutory planning background and ideally familiarity with the Auckland Unitary Plan. -Strong relationship building skills, and customer service.

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Benefits

-Salary will be $88,528 to $104,150 + KiwiSaver contribution -Hybrid role with flexible working based in Auckland Central

About Auckland Council

-The Council ensures the delivery of a wide range of local services, including public transport, water management, and community facilities. -It operates across multiple sectors, including urban development, transportation, utilities, and environmental services. -Auckland Council has been instrumental in shaping the city’s sustainability initiatives and long-term planning strategies. -The Council’s work delivers everything from parks and libraries to waste management and housing. -Notable projects include the development of public transportation networks and enhancing green spaces. -Auckland's unique location as a coastal city drives the Council's focus on managing marine and water resources sustainably.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-interviews will be conducted as applications are received