Ready to bring your coordination skills to a role that's all about connection, creativity, and creating great experiences?

Join a team that values community, collaboration, and a positive working environment! We're looking for an organised and proactive Events Coordinator who thrives on variety and enjoys making things happen. This exciting part-time, six-month fixed-term role is a great opportunity to support and help shape events that bring our communities together.

• Be part of a supportive, tight-knit organisation with excellent leadership.
• Enjoy a collaborative work environment and a range of well-being initiatives.
• Benefit from the flexibility of 24 hours per week, hybrid working options, and the choice to be based in either Mangawhai or Dargaville.

About the Role

As Events Coordinator, you'll play a key role in supporting both Council-led and community events across Kaipara. From planning and approvals through to logistics and post-event reviews, you'll offer guidance, coordination, and practical support to help make each event a success.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating the end-to-end process for events on Council and non-Council assets, including managing bookings and catering, and providing onsite support.
• Acting as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders during the event planning process.
• Improving event processes and tools to ensure they're accessible, user-friendly, and up to date.
• Assisting with the delivery of Council's Citizens & Environmental Awards.

About You

We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented team player who enjoys working with people and getting things done.

You'll bring:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in administration and customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a willingness to learn new systems as needed.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on delivering customer-centric solutions.
• The ability to stay organised and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Experience in event coordination or project management would be a plus, but a proactive attitude and enthusiasm to learn are key!

What we offer

Kaipara District Council offers a flexible, supportive, and inclusive team culture within a collaborative environment. We also offer:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• A fun, supportive and diverse team environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including regular wellbeing challenges and free fruit in the office

About Kaipara District Council (KDC)

At Kaipara District Council, we're more than just a workplace - we're a passionate team committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and healthy community where people love to live, work, and play. We're guided by the values of mahi tahi (teamwork), mana (integrity), pono (trust), whakaute (respect), and mahia te mahi (make it happen), which shape everything we do. These values inspire us to foster an environment where people and communities thrive.

How to apply

To view the job description and apply for this job go to: https://kaiparadc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Careers & enter ref code: 6750404.

For more information, contact Kevin Whitehead, P&C Talent Acquisition Partner, at careers@kaipara.govt.nz

Please note that the preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including criminal history and police vetting checks.