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 

Hamilton is thriving, and we’re dedicated to fostering meaningful connections between our community and Council.

By working alongside our residents, we ensure that their voices are heard and that we plan for what truly matters. Our Community Development Team is driven by a commitment to enhancing Hamiltonians’ social, cultural, environmental, and economic wellbeing. Using a community-led approach, we collaborate with communities of Place, Identity, and Interest.

We’re a close-knit team that values the impact of our work, supporting each other in a dynamic and positive environment.

An exciting opportunity has opened for a passionate and experienced individual to join us as a Community Advisor, with a focus on our community in the Fairfield and Enderley area. If you have a strong background in community-led initiatives, expertise in strengthening organisations, and outstanding communication and relationship-building skills, this role is for you. The key to success in this role is the ability to forge partnerships that drive positive social outcomes.

Ideally, you’ll have deep connections within Hamilton, a talent for empowering organisations and communities, and the ability to navigate a political landscape with professionalism and insight.

At the heart of it all, your energy, passion, and dedication to making a difference will set you apart. If you’re ready to take on a role that truly impacts the community, we’d love to welcome you aboard.

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar industry.
• Tertiary level qualification in Social Science.
• 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! 

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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: 25/06/2025

Note: We will be shortlisting and interviewing 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.