Community Centre Coordinator

Kia mahi ngātahi mō Pōneke mō tōna āpōpō | Working together for Wellington's future

The Customer and Community (C&C) Group is focused on creating a well-connected, engaged, and thriving community by delivering a variety of essential services in a way that enhances social, cultural, and recreational aspects of Pōneke.

We aim to be a vibrant destination that connects with communities to inspire imagination and discovery. Our community centres and libraries work together to provide education, information, and recreational services through a network of seven community centres/spaces and twelve libraries. These centres are dynamic, flexible spaces designed to meet the diverse needs of their local communities.

Ngā Taipitopito Tūranga | Role details

We’re looking for a dedicated team member to join the northern network of Wellington City Council Libraries and Community Spaces. This grouping includes Newlands Community Centre, Churton Park Community Centre, Tawa Community Centre, Linden Community Centre, and Tawa and Johnsonville Libraries.

This full-time position is primarily based at the Linden Community Centre, with a regular schedule of Monday to Friday each week.  This is a full-time fixed term opportunity to work through to 30th April 2026.

Make a Difference Every Day

As the heart of the Linden Community Centre, you’ll play a vital role in creating a welcoming space where people feel connected, supported, and inspired. This isn’t just about managing a building, it’s about nurturing a thriving community.

Your daily work will include:

•    Ensuring the Centre is a safe, inviting hub where people can gather, with smooth management of bookings and payments
•    Championing the Centre’s value by reporting on its use and promoting opportunities for greater community impact
•    Building strong networks and opening doors for local organisations and services to connect with the community
•    Acting as a trusted point of contact, helping people and groups find the support and connections they need
•    Reaching out to all corners of the community to ensure everyone feels included and represented
•    Collaborating with community groups and Council teams to bring ideas to life and deliver on shared goals

This role is about more than tasks — it’s about being a catalyst for connection, growth, and belonging.

Ngā tohu me ngā wheako | Qualifications and experience

You are someone who thrives on making a difference in your community. To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

•    Strong community development skills and a passion for fostering connection and inclusion
•    Excellent time management, the ability to juggle multiple priorities, and a flexible approach to challenges
•    Confidence working independently as well as collaboratively within a supportive team
•    Outstanding communication skills — from building rapport with diverse groups to speaking confidently in front of large audiences
•    A willingness to share responsibilities and contribute to the seamless running of the Centre
•    The ability to engage with people from all walks of life, combined with skill in resolving conflict constructively

This is a role for someone who values people, thrives on collaboration, and is motivated by the opportunity to strengthen community ties.

We are looking to appoint between $76,778 and $80,190 per annum, for this role, depending on relevant skills and experience.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Working for the Council offers you a range of benefits including 5 weeks' annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities.

View our Employee Value Proposition Video to see what our employees say about working at WCC.

Diversity:

We want your application to enable you to portray the real you. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just formal employment.  If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We welcome applications from all people and like our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Accessibility Support:

We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: recruitment@wcc.govt.nz

Applications close Sunday, 7th December 2025. Please note that we may engage with applicants prior to the vacancy closing and/or close applications ahead of this date so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

All applications must be submitted online – we will not accept emailed applications.

All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and be prepared to obtain and maintain a Police Vetting check.

If you have questions, please contact Wendy Jacobs, Team Leader on wendy.jacobs@wcc.govt.nz

Added 1 December 2025