Auckland City, AucklandDrive the future direction of Council’s asset portfolioWork collaboratively - engage with a range of partners and stakeholdersEnsure our investment portfolio will fit the future needs of AucklandersHe angitutanga: The opportunityCommunity Facilities (CF) is committed to making great places Aucklanders love while supporting a number of related services such as asset management and renewals of existing structures and open areas. Committed to a lifecycle approach to asset management, we work to build, maintain and renew our world class community buildings and public spaces including parks, walkways, libraries and leisure centres. As kaitiaki (guardian) of Auckland Council facilities, we play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing of our communities while also delivering strategically significant programmes.In this engaging and varied position, you will make a significant impact on the region by providing strategic advice and support to the CF division as well as to external stakeholders and Local Board and Regional Work programmes. Collaborating closely with partners and specialists, you will lead the modelling and review of CF’s investment and asset portfolio while driving work programmes to help influence the future position and direction of Council’s assets. Key responsibilities include leading the modelling of investment portfolio options to support the determination of the Long Term Plan (LTP), identifying and assessing alternative investment opportunities to reach the desired future state and collating and communicating the relevant elements of the Auckland Plan, Local Board and Service plans to achieve this. Additionally, you will work closely with and support the Head of Investment Programme and Advice and help ensure our assets and investments and fit for purpose, in line with the Auckland Plan, and supporting positive outcomes for Aucklanders.He korero mou: About youHaving a proven track record in developing and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships in complex situations and the ability to relate policy considerations and decisions to operational processes, you understand how the Auckland Council governance model operates. You will bring seven years’ or more experience working in a policy or strategic environment, and hold a tertiary degree in commerce, finance or another related discipline. With prior asset management expertise, you will be familiar with the principles of asset management and funding sources. Your proven record in maintaining complex stakeholder relationships and demonstrating sound political acumen will stand you in good stead. Experience working within and navigating a local government or public sector environment would be highly beneficial.Nga ahuatanga kei a matou: What we offerWe will offer you a career enhancing opportunity, competitive remuneration and to be part of Auckland’s meaningful history. At the forefront of our community development, you will be given the opportunity to be part of a team that is dynamic and passionate about what CF does. You will play a crucial role, not only in CF but across Auckland Council. Working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, you will have some flexibility with how those hours are set.If you are high performing, passionate about Auckland and the world around you and would like the chance to make tangible and visible improvements to our environment, then join us. Apply today (telling us why you are interested in and right for this opportunity) by cover letter along with your CV. If you are an internal candidate (not a temp or contractor), please apply via the Tupu internal careers page.For a confidential conversation please contact Laurie Sabo at **********. To make a “technically” external (contingent workers and affected CCOs) application please use the following link: https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareerpvt?jobId=7057&company=aucklandcoP&username=&st=C7ED964D749387C7A04DE6F347D3AC3440C4B39AApplications close Sunday, 2 February 2020.Please note that we may, however, be considering applications as they are received so please do not delay in applying.You will be required to have a valid NZ driver's licence due to the nature of the position where you will be required to regularly travel to various Community Facility sites across the Auckland region.This role is deemed safety sensitive and, in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
