Democracy Advisor - Fixed term

Do you enjoy bringing order to complexity, building trusted relationships, and helping good decisions happen?

The opportunity

We're looking for a motivated and organised Democracy Advisor to join our Democracy team. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of local government, supporting elected members, community boards, and Council leaders to deliver high-quality governance services that make a real difference for our communities. This is a fixed term opportunity through to 30 June 2027.

What will I do?

As a Democracy Advisor, you'll play a key role in coordinating Council and committee meetings, providing governance advice, preparing agendas and minutes, supporting elected members, and ensuring our processes meet legislative requirements. You'll be a trusted source of guidance, helping people navigate governance frameworks while keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

What will I bring?

You'll be someone who is naturally organised, enjoys working with people, and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. You thrive in an environment where every day is different and can confidently manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

• Experience in governance, administration, local government, or a similarly complex environment.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to prepare clear, professional documentation.
• Excellent organisational skills and a knack for coordinating multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Confidence building relationships with elected members, leaders, colleagues, and community stakeholders.
• An eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy, even when working under pressure.
• Strong digital skills and confidence using systems such as Microsoft Office and governance management platforms.
• The ability to interpret legislation, policies, and procedures, or a willingness to grow your knowledge in this area.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a genuine desire to provide great service.
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, te ao Maaori, tikanga Maaori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Ture Whaimana.

Why join our team?

At Waikato District Council, we're committed to creating liveable, thriving and connected communities. You'll join a supportive and experienced team where you'll be encouraged to learn, grow and contribute, while gaining valuable exposure to the governance and decision-making processes that help shape the future of our district.

If you're looking for a role where your organisational skills, professionalism and relationship-building abilities can make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Additional Information

Salary circa $80K dependent on skills and experience.

Waikato District Council offers a range of benefits to employees:

• Enjoy free parking.
• Make work, work for you with flexible working options.
• Benefit from annual performance and remuneration reviews.
• Access subsidised health insurance.
• Celebrate with a day of birthday leave.
• Receive a work-life balance day every six months after your first year.
• Access confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Take advantage of our employee wellbeing programme.
• Receive free health checks, training and education at our annual Work Safe Home Safe event.
• Save with Boost discounts and special offers from New Zealand retailers and service providers.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and encourage early applications.

We have a strong safety culture and as part of this our preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment medical assessment which includes alcohol and drug testing.

To apply for this job, please go online to www.joinourteam.co.nz and enter the job code 40113LGC.