Community Development and Engagement Manager - Counties Manukau

Exciting new role for an experienced community development and engagement expert to drive customer engagements in our communities and support our development projects
Permanent, Full-Time opportunity based in Counties Manukau
$131,727 annual salary + 5 weeks' annual leave + Suite of benefits
Te Whiwhinga Mahi | Our opportunity

As a Community Development and Engagement Manager, you will play a key role by contributing to the delivery of effective community development initiatives, and community and stakeholder engagement by building strong partnerships and managing key relationships. You will demonstrate community development values of collaboration and compassion and be able to adapt to challenging situations while working with people from all walks of life.

K inga Ora construction sites are supported by community development initiatives to help smooth the transition before, during and after completion. These initiatives are designed to encourage a sense of community, acceptance and integration, promote being a good neighbour and build partnerships with the community, people and organisations.

This role will require traveling in and around Counites Manukau region.

Ng pumanawatanga ou - What you will bring

A tertiary qualification in communications or social practice, or professional engagement practise certification (e.g. IAP2), or demonstratable evidence of equivalent experience in related fields
A minimum of 5 years' experience working in the fields of stakeholder management and community engagement and community development, ideally including experience in the public sector (i.e. Government/State Sector environment)
Strong understanding of social cohesion principles and community dynamics
Demonstrated ability to deliver engagement activity of local, regional and/or national significance and importance to the business
Ability and credibility to represent the organisation with external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to confidently build, maintain and engage with local communities
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with a strategic and growth mind-set
Demonstrated experience in dealing with conflict and negotiation
Full, current, and clean driver's license is required (mandatory)
Nou te rourou - What's in it for you?

We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits

As a K inga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.

Mo m tou - Our Organisation

At K inga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand's housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.

What is exciting about working for K inga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders' lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa.

We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for M ori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

O T tou Uara - Our Values

Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:

Manaakitanga - People at the Heart
Mahi Tahi - Better Together
Whanake- Be Bold
Tuhono mai - Join us

To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz If you have any questions, please contact aash.karnawat@kaingaora.govt.nz

Please note we are going through change, and preference will be given to the internal employees' applications whose substantive role has been confirmed disestablished.

Applications close on Tuesday 12th August 2025 at 11:55pm.

We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation. Read more