Culture and Inclusion Partner
Environment Canterbury
Date: 1 day ago
City: Christchurch, Canterbury
Contract type: Full time
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Job Category: HR & Recruitment
As a regional council, we’re responsible for managing natural resources like air, water, and land across the Waitaha Canterbury region. We work in genuine partnership with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu to protect the health of our environment for current and future generations.
Our region is changing, and so are we. Whether it’s environmental shifts, regulatory reforms, or the evolving needs of our people and communities, we’re committed to adapting and responding with integrity, collaboration, and purpose.
Our Mahi (work) Centres On Delivering Three Core Services
We are looking for a Culture & Inclusion Partner to lead initiatives that foster an inclusive, high-performing organisational culture where everyone feels valued and empowered. Reporting to the General Manager – Talent, Capability & Culture, you will work closely with leaders, teams, and employee networks to design and embed culture and inclusion strategies that align with our values and support wellbeing and engagement.
Your role will be key to shaping the workplace environment and experience, partnering with the Diversity, Inclusion and Governance Group (DIGG) and other groups to ensure our culture reflects our commitment to equity, diversity, and belonging. You will lead efforts to remove barriers and embed inclusive behaviours, helping Environment Canterbury be a great place to work for all kaimahi.
Mōu │ About You
You are a credible and confident culture and inclusion professional, ideally with lived experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, or related areas. You bring a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that diverse people face and know how to translate that insight into practical, effective initiatives.You excel at partnering with leaders and teams to foster belonging and engagement, and you’re passionate about creating workplaces where all people can thrive.
Mātau Ā-Wheako │ Experience
Our values are at the heart of all we do:
Ko Ētahi Atu Kōrero │ Additional Information
For a confidential kōrero about this role, contact Roz Grant on 027 301 4802.
Applications close Sunday, 20 July. Early applications encouraged; interviews may be held before the closing date.
Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required where relevant to the role.
We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.
Job Description
Culture and Inclusion Partner
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Job Category: HR & Recruitment
- Drive a positive, people-centred organisational culture
- Build inclusion, equity, and belonging across Environment Canterbury
- Be part of a values-led, Treaty-grounded public sector organisation
As a regional council, we’re responsible for managing natural resources like air, water, and land across the Waitaha Canterbury region. We work in genuine partnership with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu to protect the health of our environment for current and future generations.
Our region is changing, and so are we. Whether it’s environmental shifts, regulatory reforms, or the evolving needs of our people and communities, we’re committed to adapting and responding with integrity, collaboration, and purpose.
Our Mahi (work) Centres On Delivering Three Core Services
- Environmental Regulation and Protection
- Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards
- Public Transport
We are looking for a Culture & Inclusion Partner to lead initiatives that foster an inclusive, high-performing organisational culture where everyone feels valued and empowered. Reporting to the General Manager – Talent, Capability & Culture, you will work closely with leaders, teams, and employee networks to design and embed culture and inclusion strategies that align with our values and support wellbeing and engagement.
Your role will be key to shaping the workplace environment and experience, partnering with the Diversity, Inclusion and Governance Group (DIGG) and other groups to ensure our culture reflects our commitment to equity, diversity, and belonging. You will lead efforts to remove barriers and embed inclusive behaviours, helping Environment Canterbury be a great place to work for all kaimahi.
Mōu │ About You
You are a credible and confident culture and inclusion professional, ideally with lived experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, or related areas. You bring a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that diverse people face and know how to translate that insight into practical, effective initiatives.You excel at partnering with leaders and teams to foster belonging and engagement, and you’re passionate about creating workplaces where all people can thrive.
Mātau Ā-Wheako │ Experience
- Proven experience leading organisational culture and inclusion initiatives in complex environments
- Lived experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, or social justice, or a strong commitment to these principles
- Skilled at building strong relationships and influencing leaders at all levels
- Experience working with employee networks and embedding inclusion across policies and practices
- Solid understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles
- Public sector experience and knowledge of Treaty partnership is advantageous
Our values are at the heart of all we do:
- Kaitiakitanga (Stewardship)
- Pononga (Integrity)
- Manaakitanga (People First)
- Whanaungatanga (Collaboration)
- Māiatanga (Can Do)
Ko Ētahi Atu Kōrero │ Additional Information
For a confidential kōrero about this role, contact Roz Grant on 027 301 4802.
Applications close Sunday, 20 July. Early applications encouraged; interviews may be held before the closing date.
Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required where relevant to the role.
We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.
Job Description
Culture and Inclusion Partner
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