Project And Partnership Lead – Rural Strategy

Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato (Waikato District Council) serves the Waikato District which covers more than 400,000 hectares (418.893ha). The district is rich in natural resources, wilderness reserves, natural resources, native bush reserves, lush farmland and stunning west coast beaches.

Our Head office is based in Ngaaruawaahia, just 10 minutes North of Hamilton, so with no traffic or parking issues, your journey to and from work is stress free.

At Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato you will find a welcoming and inclusive workplace that supports, challenges and encourages you to stay continually ahead of the game.

About this role:

We're looking for a skilled Project and Partnerships Lead - Rural Strategy to guide the development and delivery of our district's first rural strategy. This role is about working with rural communities, Maaori, and industry to ensure rural priorities are reflected in council planning, policies, and services.

Success will be built on strong partnerships and genuine collaboration with Maaori, farmers, rural businesses, and community groups.

What I do?

• Develop and deliver against a project management plan and report to the project governance group.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Maaori, farmers, rural businesses, and community groups.
• Identify and manage partnership opportunities.
• Organise and facilitate workshops, forums, and consultations.
• Develop and deliver project and stakeholder engagement plans.
• Monitor performance and report progress to governance groups and senior leaders.
• Support organisational reporting on rural outcomes.

What I bring?

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Or proven experience (7+ years) in project management, particularly in leading complex projects preferably within rural sector, or public sector.
• Capability to carve new paths in ambiguity and complexity.
• Strong relationships skills and experience partnering with others
• A collaborative and practical approach to working with diverse communities.
• Strong analytical and strategic skills
• Understanding and experience delivering project management best practice

Why join our team?

We are an organisation embracing flexible working. You have the possibility of working from throughout our beautiful district in a manner that works for you, the business and our communities. The team you would join has fun while they work, enjoys a laugh and is highly respected throughout the organisation.

Additional Information

Location: Ngaruawahia

Hours of work: 20-40 hours per week, fixed term for 14 months.

We have a strong safety culture and as part of this our preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening which includes a medical, alcohol and drug testing.

Submit your application today!