Auahatanga Activation Coordinator

E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kaunihera o Ōtautahi

Working at the Christchurch City Council gives you an opportunity to collectively enrich this city we call home. Work with likeminded individuals on projects, services and facilities for our communities and environment. You'll make a positive impact on our future while enjoying a rewarding career full of opportunities - Christchurch City Council, where it's possible to love what you do.

About the team | Ko te rōpū nei

You will be working closely with and part of the Auahatanga team. The Auahatanga team are based on Level 4 of Tūranga, home to the Fiction, World Languages, Large Print, Graphic Novels, Biographies and CD Collection. Our Creative Space is full of creative technologies, including 3D printers, laser cutter, sewing machines, vacuum former, vinyl cutter and Media Studio. Check out some of our amazing customer stories to see the impact on quality of life and well-being for individuals - alongside business start-ups beginning in these spaces!

https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/library-stories/

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

The Auahatanga Activation Coordinators support and engage customers to explore the technology available. The role is designed to promote and unlock opportunities the Auahatanga spaces can offer individuals and community groups, by empowering digital knowledge and confidence for the benefit of our communities.

This role will be based primarily at Tūranga, as well as moving around our Auahatanga - Creative Spaces and Libraries throughout the city, activating the spaces as needed. Tūranga holds a purpose built Auahatanga - Creative Space, along with a full recording studio. In this role you'll be responsible for activating these spaces, through various workshops and encouraging access through connections made. You'll be working with the central city community, local schools, organisations and businesses to see how this space can support the wider community and residents of Ōtautahi.

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

To succeed in this role you'll be proactive, have excellent self-management and communication skills, and above all - a creative spirit. You'll be confident at learning new technologies and encouraging others to have a go. Not only will you inspire, you'll get to play! Encourage everyone to connect with their artistic side, grow their skillsets, and have a whole lot of fun doing it.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Option to purchase extra leave
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero

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 the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at ***email_hidden***

• Hours of work - Sunday 10am-5pm, Monday 9am-5pm, Friday 12-8pm
• Position - Permanent, part time
• Location - This position is primarily based at Matatiki Hornby, but working across Auahatanga spaces in the network
• Salary - The salary band for this position goes from $35.77 per hour to $39.74 per hour. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
• Closing Date - Wednesday 10 June

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.