Christchurch City Council Looking for Policy and Projects Advisor at Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Full Time

At the Council, our love for what we do stems from our deep affection for our City. Our dedicated team is out there in the community, actively working to make a difference. We highly value individuals who share our passion and commitment.

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Community Support and Partnerships Unit for an accomplished policy analyst and project manager with a genuine passion for community development. You’ll join our operational unit, where we are at the forefront of making an impact. Our teams provide invaluable advice and support services to local Community Boards, influencing decisions and plans that shape the local community. We also foster collaboration across sectors and communities, empowering citizens and ensuring their participation remains at the heart of local decision-making.

This specific role is based in the Community Planning and Projects Team, focusing on providing operational policy advice related to community development and supporting the implementation of Council’s Strengthening Communities Together Strategy. You will have the opportunity to lead specific projects and forge meaningful relationships. Your expertise in planning, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder management will be invaluable in supporting the team’s efforts to evaluate impact and achieve outcomes.

About You

We are constantly striving for continual improvement. We believe that if we’re not consistently finding better ways to do things, we’re not progressing. As part of our team, you will be the driving force behind giving Council policies the traction they need. You’ll gather information from our internal team of advisors and diligently monitor and report on its utilization to align with our policies and ongoing strategy.

Your professional background and experience have equipped you with a solid understanding of policy interpretation, as well as a keen insight into community development. Excellent skills in planning, research, and project management, combined with political acumen, will enable you to navigate the occasionally challenging environment we operate in. Holding a degree in a relevant discipline, you will also bring valuable experience in building relationships both within your team and across the wider business.

You will apply your exceptional policy writing and interpretation skills, witnessing the positive changes that arise from an improved process. Your contributions will directly impact decision-making, allowing you to see, hear, and feel the tangible difference you are making.

Join our supportive team of passionate individuals who genuinely love what they do, thriving in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new opportunities for growth and achievement

To view the position description and apply please visit cccjobs.co.nz and search listing number 30376

Additional Information

Hours of work – Full-time, permanent

Salary – $70,422 – $99,225

Location – This position is primarily based at Te Hononga Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street

Feel like you don’t meet every single requirement of the job description?

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.