This role sits within our Community Partnerships, Funding and Events team. They are a passionate team of “doers” who are all about connection, they connect people to create awesome projects, events and outcomes for our community and they connect funding opportunities.

He angituutanga: The opportunity 

Our great river city is buzzing, we’re all about connecting our community and our Council. It’s about making sure we work alongside our community so we can understand and plan for the things that make the most difference for Hamiltonians.

The Community Development Team aim to improve the social, cultural, environmental and economic wellbeing for Hamiltonians by utilising community-led development principles in working with our communities of Place, Identity and Interest.  We’re a close-knit team, knowing what we do makes real impact in the community, where we also support each other in a positive environment. 
 
We have an opportunity that can make real impact for someone who has a passion for community development and relevant experience to join our team as a Community Advisor.  We are looking for someone who has proven experience in community-led approaches with knowledge and skills in capacity building of community organisations, as well as highly tuned communication and influencing skills.

Your natural ability to work across organisations to achieve joint social wellbeing outcomes will be key to your success.  You’ll ideally have established networks in the Hamilton community, proven skills in activating and enabling organisations and communities, and be able to operate professionally and astutely in a political environment.  
 
Ultimately it will be your energy and passion for our community and your desire to build a better tomorrow that will make you stand out from the crowd.

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar industry.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnership responsibilities.
• Experience working with a diverse range of people and advanced cross-cultural understanding.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in partnership with community groups.
• Stakeholder relationship management skills, including the ability to establish new key stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to operate independently and collaboratively to achieve outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary? 

Circa $75K dependent on skills and experience.

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer 

• Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Two Wellbeing days per year.
• Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted membership rates for family members.
• Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now! 

• View the position description.
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• ​Complete your application.

If you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please combine this in the same file as your resume and upload as a PDF file. Alternatively, you can use the 'Write a message to the Hiring Team' text box.

Applications close: 26/05/2025

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.