Role Information

• Dynamic role with varied and engaging work
• Professional development opportunities
• Excellent benefits incl. generous leave, wellbeing perks, & flexible work options

About the Role
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys big-picture thinking and detailed delivery. You'll support the planning and reporting that underpins our strategic direction, from the Long Term Plan and Annual Plan to our internal business planning processes. You'll be working closely with the Corporate Planning Lead and colleagues across the organisation to make sure we stay aligned, transparent, and effective.

What You'll Do

• Supporting the development and monitoring of our corporate planning and reporting processes
• Advising on business planning and operational priorities
• Contributing to council accountability documents like the Annual Plan and Annual Report
• Analysing internal and external risks that may impact delivery
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to deliver meaningful insights and practical advice

About You

• Experience in business planning, project coordination or reporting
• Ability to interpret and analyse data to support strategic decision-making
• Clear and confident communication skills - written and verbal
• A collaborative style and the ability to influence across an organisation
• Bonus: Experience working with local government planning and accountability processes

What We Offer

• Paid birthday leave! Take a day off to celebrate YOU
• 4 wellbeing days a year, plus a generous wellbeing allowance
• Free pool entry and discounted gym memberships
• Public transport subsidy
• One paid volunteer leave day each year… plus much more!

About Us
At Hutt City Council our vision is to build a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all our people thrive - Kia noho mai tēnei tāone hei pou herenga waka, hei pou herenga kaupapa, hei wāhi whai hua ki hōna iwi.

It's never been a better time to join the team at Hutt City Council. We're committed to ensuring Te Awakairangi, our place, thrives - and we need exceptional people to help us achieve this. As a Corporate Planning Advisor, you'll play a key role in enabling that vision.

Join Us Today!
If you're passionate about making a real difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

We're committed to providing a working environment that embraces, values and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Tūhono mai. Come join us!

Applications close 11.55pm Wednesday 9 April 2025

Please note we may review applications before the closing date and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time.