Job Description

• Work at the heart of the city’s governance
• Great culture and support
• Flexible working and option to purchase an extra week's leave
  

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Governance and Engagement Department has an opportunity for an Advisor Projects to join the Governance Advisory and Programmes team.

This is a critical role for the Council and will focus on leading and advising on projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the department that strengthens a well managed local government. This position drives improvements to governance processes and practices that support high quality governance.

You will enjoy working on a variety and exciting range of issues at the heart of local governance, including leadership and collaboration with others on:

• project managing change and improvement projects
• ensuring projects and improvement initiatives have robust transition plans to effectively embed changes in business as usual operations
• implementing appropriate project management approaches to support effective delivery, including the use of Agile methodolies where appropriate
• supporting departmental planning, performance reporting and strategic initiatives
• proactively identifying opportunities that will support elected member decision-making
  

He kōrero mōu: About you

This role requires experience in the governance space, or experience in similar roles within large, complex, or political organisations.

We will be looking for specific experience with the key role requirements:

• project management and process improvement
• relationship management
• analytical and problem-solving skills
• intermediate level skill in Microsoft applications, especially collaboration tools such as MS Teams
• experience in co-design, change management and/or learning and development are beneficial

We still encourage you to apply if you have some but not all these requirements.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: Thursday, 19 March 2026

Find a copy of the position description HERE

This role has a remuneration range of $90,000 to $104,000

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

#WorkingForAuckland

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.