Programme Advisor Social Innovation at Auckland Council

Howick, Auckland Region, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Budget Management, Procurement, Risk Management, Financial Management, Budgeting, Forecasting, Reporting, Financial Systems, Excel, SAP, Compliance, Funding Utilisation, Action Register, Documentation, Financial Insights, Programme Management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Drive financial accuracy – assist with budgets, finance task and support compliance across programmes. Shape smarter decisions – turn financial insights into clear, actionable insights for managers. Support impactful projects – ensure funding is managed, and utilised effectively. Part-time fixed-term opportunity for 12 months He angitūtanga: The opportunity We are recruiting for a Programme Advisor to join our team on a part-time fixed term (24 hours per week) for 12 months. In this role, you will support the Programme Manager, work closely with team members, and provide information to the Finance Business Partner. You will play an important part in ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of financial functions, including the monthly finance cycle, monitoring, and reporting. This role is key to helping managers and teams track and understand their budgets and expenditure, while maintaining high standards of accuracy and consistency. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate monthly finance meetings assisting with reporting on funding utilisation, supporting budget management capability across the team, and managing the action register. Support operational finance delivery, including the unit’s monthly financial management cycle. Develop documentation to help leads manage their programme budgets effectively. Lead new and initiatives by coordinating financial set-up with the Finance Business Partner, ensuring funds are prepared, tracked, and utilised correctly. Click this link to access the Position Description. This role supports The Southern Initiative, Auckland Council’s social innovation team working with South and West Auckland communities to drive equity, empower Māori and Pacific whānau, and create systems change for a more just and thriving Tāmaki Makaurau. To find out more about The Southern Initiative, click this link: https://www.tsi.nz/ He kōrero mōu: About you To excel in this role, you will need to be savvy in in budget management, procurement, and risk management, with experience monitoring and advising on budgets, navigating contracts and ensuring compliance with financial and organisational policies. You will also bring: Solid experience in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Proficiency in financial systems, advanced Excel skills and SAP. The ability to turn financial reports into clear, actionable insights for managers and programme leads. Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement. We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits Tono Mai: Apply Now! Application close date: Sunday 2 November 2025 Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Responsibilities

The Programme Advisor will coordinate monthly finance meetings, assist with reporting on funding utilisation, and support budget management across the team. This role is essential for ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of financial functions and helping managers track their budgets and expenditures.