Auckland Council

Programme Manager - Recovery

Auckland Council  •  NZ$102k - NZ$120k/yr  •  Auckland, NZ (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Join a new Recovery Team in Auckland Emergency Management and help ensure Auckland is well-positioned to recover from future emergencies.

As Recovery Programme Manager, you will lead a programme to embed lessons from the 2023 recovery into council operations.

This six-month role focuses on establishing a successful programme to deliver the actions needed to strengthen recovery preparedness for Auckland Council and its partners.

In this role you will:

  • Develop a practical plan that translates lessons into actions
  • Lead a programme of recovery-readiness improvements
  • Work with internal teams, partner agencies and other councils
  • Monitoring completion of programmes supporting Auckland’s recovery from the 2023 severe weather events.

You can view a copy of the position description here

He kōrero mōu: About you

You have extensive experience leading programmes in large organisations – turning lessons into actionable change, coordinating stakeholders and driving systemwide improvements.

You bring:

  • Strong strategic and operational thinking
  • Programme and project management experience in complex environments
  • Experience applying recovery or emergency management frameworks
  • The ability to turn lessons learned into practical actions
  • Experience engaging and influencing diverse stakeholder groups

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.

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.

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Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Application close date: Monday 16th March 2026

Salary range: $102k- $120k

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Auckland Council

About Auckland Council

Auckland Council serves over 1.5 million Aucklanders providing services, policies and decision-making.

We’re here to serve Auckland and build a more prosperous region, one that gives a voice to our citizens, and makes it a great place to live, visit and invest.

Our talented people support Auckland’s elected representatives by providing specialist advice, implementing decisions and delivering services like rubbish and recycling, resource and building consents, bylaws, events and parks.

Our vision is to create a world-class city where talent wants to live. If you are interested in working for Auckland, visit our career website (careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz) or check our 'Jobs' and 'Life' tabs.

Auckland Transport, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, Watercare are independent council-controlled organisations that look after specific council assets or activities on our behalf.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Auckland, NZ
Year Founded
2010
Website
govt.nz
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