Shape how communities are heard and represented across Kaipara. This full-time Dargaville-based role offers flexible working and the chance to lead engagement that directly influences Council planning and decision-making.

About the Opportunity

As part of our Strategy & Engagement team, you'll play a key role in strengthening connections across Kaipara. This is a hands-on position where you'll design and deliver engagement initiatives that bring community voices to the forefront of Council decision-making.

In this role, you will:

• Plan and deliver community engagement for Council projects, plans and initiatives
• Facilitate public meetings, workshops and feedback opportunities
• Provide engagement advice to project teams and decision-makers
• Build relationships with iwi, community groups and key stakeholders
• Turn community feedback into practical insights that shape outcomes

About you

Naturally, you will be a resourceful and collaborative individual with excellent communication and listening skills and the ability to connect and foster strong and respectful relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders including iwi and our communities.

In addition, you will bring:

• Experience designing and delivering engagement plans or consultation activities
• Ability to build trusted relationships across diverse groups, including iwi and community stakeholders
• Strong written skills, including summarising feedback and preparing clear advice
• Experience working across multiple projects and competing priorities
• Understanding of local government, community development, or public sector engagement practice
• A current valid NZ Drivers Licence, as regular travel is required within the region

What We Offer

At Kaipara District Council, we foster a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking team environment.

In addition, we offer:

• Competitive salary + benefits + mob + laptop
• Flexible working options and a range of employee wellbeing initiatives
• A commitment to your growth and development, with access to ongoing training and development opportunities
• One paid volunteer day per year to give back to the Kaipara community
• Discounted health insurance and banking, and retail discounts
• Free EAP services and a focus on your overall health and wellbeing
• 5 weeks of annual leave after 5 years of service

About Kaipara District Council (KDC)

From rugged coastlines to iconic beaches and kauri forests, Kaipara is a special part of Aotearoa. At Kaipara District Council, we're proud to help make Kaipara the place to be, where people feel connected, opportunities grow, and everyone has a voice in shaping the future.

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 (trustworthy), 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: 6911477.

Applications close 30 July 2026

If you're ready to lead meaningful engagement work and help communities shape local outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Kevin Whitehead, People & Talent Advisor, at careers@kaipara.govt.nz.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including criminal history and police vetting checks.