Engagement Advisor (Full-time)

Help strengthen the connection between Waipā Networks and the communities we serve.

Do you enjoy building relationships, working with community groups, and bringing programmes and events to life? As our new Engagement Advisor, you’ll support the delivery of Waipā Networks’ community engagement activities, sponsorships and outreach programmes across the Waipā district and surrounding areas.

Working as part of our Customer and Community team, you’ll help build strong connections with customers, community organisations and stakeholders, ensuring our programmes reflect the needs and priorities of the communities we serve. It’s a varied role where you’ll see the impact of your work through meaningful partnerships, community initiatives and positive local outcomes.

Why join Waipā Networks?

You’ll be part of a community-owned electricity distribution business that supplies power to more than 60,000 people across Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Kāwhia, Tamahere and the wider Waipā district.

Our Customer and Community team works to enhance customer experience, build strong community relationships and ensure our communities feel informed, supported and connected to the work we do. As our engagement programmes continue to grow, you’ll play an important role in helping us strengthen those connections and share the stories behind our work.

What’s in it for you

• A supportive, forward-thinking team that values new ideas

• Flexible working options to help balance work and life

• Fully funded health insurance for you and your whānau

• Life insurance cover worth twice your base salary

• A stable, essential industry with deep local roots

• The opportunity to work closely with local communities and organisations

• A varied role involving engagement activities, events, sponsorship and communications support.

What the role involves

This is a practical, hands-on role where you’ll support the planning and delivery of engagement activities that strengthen relationships and raise awareness of Waipā Networks.

You’ll:

• Support the delivery of community engagement programmes, education initiatives and outreach activities

• Build and maintain positive relationships with community groups, customers and stakeholders

• Coordinate and support sponsorship partnerships and related activities

• Assist with the planning and delivery of community events and engagement initiatives

• Gather feedback and insights from community interactions to support continuous improvement

• Work with the Communications team to promote engagement activities and community programmes

• Support digital communication platforms such as social media, website and internal channels

• Coordinate logistics, administration and reporting for engagement programmes and events

• Help ensure sponsorships and community initiatives are delivered effectively and aligned with organisational objectives.

About you

You’re someone who enjoys connecting with people and supporting activities that make a difference in the community. You’re organised, proactive and comfortable juggling multiple priorities while maintaining strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

You’ll bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification, preferably at diploma or bachelor's degree level, in communications, marketing, public relations, business or a related field

• At least three years’ experience in community engagement, stakeholder engagement, communications or a similar role

• Experience coordinating events, programmes or community initiatives

• Strong relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders

• Excellent organisation and coordination skills, with strong attention to detail

• The ability to manage multiple activities and priorities at once

• Confidence communicating with community groups and customers

• A genuine interest in supporting local communities and building meaningful partnerships.

How to apply

We run a structured, in-house recruitment process, including pre-employment vetting. You’ll need the right to work permanently in Aotearoa New Zealand and be currently living here.

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