Community Citizen Science Coordinator 

 
Location: Henderson, Hikurangi West Auckland 
Position Type: Full-time (1 FTE) 

Community Waitākere has a vision of a Hikurangi West Auckland where all communities flourish. We focus on building flourishing environments - one person, one neighbourhood and one community at a time. We do this through capacity and capability building, community and neighbourhood development, providing support services, sector leadership and advocating for and demonstrating the value of the community sector. Our focus areas are social and community development, local environmental projects, and climate action. 

Are you passionate about taiao and sharing your passion with others? Community Waitākere is looking for an energetic and engaging Community Citizen Science Coordinator to join our team.

You will design and deliver transformative place-based learning experiences that will enhance and deepen peoples understanding of, and connection to, their local environment. You will also support a range of existing taiao-focused activities including pest and bird monitoring, wetland/stream restoration, water quality monitoring, pekapeka walks and environmental education.

We’re looking for someone with practical experience across any combination of areas including ecological restoration/regeneration, environmental education, pest animal control, citizen science, and environmental monitoring.

Ideally you will be confident working within kaupapa Māori contexts and building trusted relationships with iwi, hapū, and a diverse range of community groups. Strong communication and a flexible, collaborative approach are key. Some evening and weekend work will be expected due to the nature of the role.

Does this excite you? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Please send a one-page cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and your CV to operations@communitywaitakere.org.nz before 9am Monday 25 August. You can view the job description here

Our Values:

• Be courageous and creative for community good.

• Listen first to understand, then act.

• Value and develop our diverse team.

• Develop authentic relationships.

• Be outcome and impact-driven.

• Care, connect, and collaborate.