Programme Coordinator - Ref: 546
Part Time - Permanent (20 hours per week)
Ma te ako, ka mōhio, ma te mōhio ka mārama, ma te mārama ka mātau. I roto i te whakaiti, he kohā ki te tangata.’
‘From seeking comes knowing, from knowing comes understanding, from understanding comes wisdom. With gratitude, respect and humbleness you share your wisdom that grows others’.
Nau mai, hou mai, kia whīkoi tahi tāua.
About the role
Join a vibrant Community Hub at Ōtaki Library!
Fostering community connections, we are looking for a creative and tech-savvy Programme Coordinator to help deliver engaging community programmes with a focus on technology and digital learning. You will be confident using or learning technology — coding, robotics, VR, digital storytelling, etc. Your creativity, teamwork, and dedication to community will drive the success of our innovative programs.
This role works alongside another Programmes Coordinator to plan and run fun, meaningful programmes for tamariki, rangatahi and pakeke alike. Part-time 20 hours per week, the following will be days required, working around the Otaki Library opening hours:
- 8 hours – Tuesday and Wednesday
- 4 hours – alternate Saturday and Friday
The following are the requirements for the role, however, please don’t hesitate to apply even if you don't have all the skills and experience below. If you enjoy working with people and gaming... this could be a fit for you!
Skills and Experience
- An understanding of Te Ao Māori perspectives and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and their application and expression in community hubs.
- Comfortable in Te Reo.
- Achieved or working towards relevant tertiary level qualification in a relevant area of expertise (e.g. social, digital technologies, teaching, cultural, libraries), or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years relevant experience AND/OR able to demonstrate a focused commitment in a community/hapū/iwi centered environment.
- Experience in community engagement and working alongside community to develop, plan and deliver community-led initiatives.
- Enjoys working with people.
- Confidence using or learning digital technologies eg: gaming, robotics, VR, digital storytelling.
- Able to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal key stakeholders, including with other council staff members based on a collaborative, collegial and cooperative working style.
- Great time management skills, able to work without supervision and collaboratively in an effective manner.
For more information about the role please read the job description [PDF 265 KB].
About us
Are you passionate about working in a vibrant, tight-knit community with a rich cultural heritage? Ōtaki on the Kāpiti Coast, is a stunning location where the natural beauty of the Ōtaki Gorge flows along the river to meet Ōtaki Beach. Ōtaki is home to a high population of Reo speakers, providing a culturally rich environment.
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast who loves exploring breathtaking landscapes or someone looking to make a meaningful impact in a community this is the perfect place for you.
A short journey to Wellington makes Ōtaki on the Kāpiti Coast a great place to live and work. Working for the Kāpiti Coast District Council means being part of a caring, dynamic and effective customer-focused team who makes a positive difference in the community we serve. To find out more about our vision and direction click on here.
Enquiries about this position should be directed to Maia Whiterod, Hub Lead on 04 296 4700 or free phone 0800 486 486.
How to apply
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo the usual pre-employment checks, including drug and alcohol screening, criminal history, police vetting, and credit checks. Please note you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
*Before you apply, please ensure that you have the following documentation ready: your cover letter, CV, a copy of your work visa (if applicable) and Drivers Licence.
Closing 12.00pm on Wednesday, 30 July 2025.