Specialist Advisor - Māori & Youth Development

Auckland Council

The Role

Overview

Advise on Māori and youth outcomes, design programmes and build iwi ties for Auckland Council.

Key Responsibilities

  • project management
  • reporting
  • strategic advice
  • program design
  • community engagement
  • relationship building

Tasks

-Manage projects, reporting and investment responsibly to ensure transparent and impactful outcomes. -Support authentic Māori voice in decision-making and champion the integration of tikanga and mātauranga Māori across council activities. -Provide expert strategic advice to local boards on Māori outcomes and youth development. -Design, deliver and evaluate community-led programmes that reflect Māori aspirations and embed te ao Māori values. -Build and maintain trusted relationships with iwi, hapū, Māori organisations, rangatahi, and community partners.

Requirements

  • communication
  • strategic advice
  • project management
  • evaluation
  • relationship building
  • te reo

What You Bring

-Clear and confident communication, with the ability to provide sound strategic advice and champion change. -Proven experience in Māori outcomes, community development, or related fields, supported by project management and evaluation skills. -Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage authentically with iwi, hapū, Māori organisations, youth, and elected members. -A deep understanding of te reo Māori, tikanga and mātauranga Māori, and the ability to apply these in community and organisational settings.

The Company

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

Transport

Infrastructure

Urban Regeneration

Buildings

Environmental Management

Stormwater Treatment

On-site Wastewater Systems

Water Quality

Wetland Assessments

Streams and Fish Passage

Ecological Restoration

Resource Consent Processing

Subdivision

Building Consents

Earthworks

Coastal Water Permits

Discharge Permits

Public Transport (Buses, Trains, Ferries)

Roads and Cycleways

Parking

Land and Building Management

Economic Development

Innovation Culture

Foreign Direct Investment Attraction

International Events and Tourism Promotion