Coordinator Community Engagement - Southern

New Zealand Government; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in New Zealand is seeking a Coordinator Community Engagement to ensure smooth team operations and community involvement. Your role will involve administrative support, assisting engagement efforts, and preparing reports. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills and experience with data entry. This position offers a salary range of $61,550 to $68,390 annually, depending on skills and experience. Applications close on January 18, 2026, and the work location is in Canterbury.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship skills, with knowledge of te ao Māori.
• Proven data entry skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy.
• Professional with good business and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager Community Engagement in community engagement.
• Ensure team members are equipped to perform their roles.
• Provide administrative support for the team.
• Contribute to the preparation of timely reports.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship skills

Data entry skills

Planning and organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Mōhou ake | About you****He aha tāu e mahi ana | What you'll be doing**The Coordinator Community Engagement role is vital to the smooth running and function of the Central region team.Key Responsibilities:* Assist the Manager Community Engagement and team to engage well in the community* Ensure that team members are at the right place, at the right times, with the right tools* Provide administration support for the Manager and Community Engagement team.* Contribute to the delivery of timely and accurate reports including managing various project reports and spreadsheets* Support the delivery of engagement in a digital environment.The salary band for this permanent role is $61,550 - $68,390 depending on relevant skills and experience of the candidate.**Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū | What you'll need to succeed**To be successful in this role you need the following:* Strong communication and relationship skills and knowledge of te ao Māori.* Proven data entry skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office* Planning and organisational skills* Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high degree of accuracy* Possess high attention to detail and ability to recognise discrepancies* Professional and results orientated with good business and customer focus* Experience managing confidential information appropriately* A full NZ drivers’ license**Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri | About the Electoral Commission**The Electoral Commission wants every New Zealander to trust, value and take part in parliamentary elections.Here's your chance to contribute to New Zealand's democracy as part of a small team of electoral experts who design, build and implement processes and systems for Parliamentary elections and referenda. It's an exciting and varied role within a team which is committed, supportive and hands-on.The Commission is building an inclusive strength focused culture where diversity is encouraged and valued, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, orientations and identities. We want to provide a flexible working environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We are happy to discuss what works for you. You will join a team who are here for the right reasons, and we are passionate about what we do.For a position description, or to apply for this role, please click "Apply now!" or if you have any questions regarding the role, please contact [e-mail] close 11pm Sunday 18 January 2026.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.***Due to the December holiday period, this advert will remain open for an extended duration. Screening and interviews will commence from 19 January 2026 and holding interviews the week of 26 January 2026. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you in the new year.***You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand.| Location: | Canterbury |