Project Lead (Electrify South Auckland)

‍About Rewiring Aotearoa

Rewiring Aotearoa is a consumer-focused, evidence-based NGO dedicated to advancing sustainable, electrified energy solutions to combat climate change. As an independent, trusted think-do tank, we accelerate the transition to a clean, electrified energy system in New Zealand. Our mission is to electrify almost everything by 2040, reducing emissions and contributing to global decarbonisation.

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A key objective is to activate fair and tika transition. We uphold the mana of Te Tiriti through our work and the way we work. We create awareness of the benefits of electrification at a national scale by fostering a strong network of stakeholders and activating a clear, action-oriented community-led movement.

About the opportunity: Project Lead (Electrify South Auckland)

Note: this role is open to those located in South Auckland

The Project Lead is responsible for leading a new programme within Rewiring Aotearoa’s community outreach work: Electrify South Auckland. Electrify South Auckland is a social equity household electrification accelerator working through trusted South Auckland community partners to build energy literacy, remove barriers to electrification, and electrify South Auckland households. This role will be taking the lead on establishing partnerships with South Auckland organisations, delivering community events and wānanga, running a targeted electrification campaign plus developing resources and tools. The mana of this role comes from being embedded in the community. 

Key to this role is developing and nurturing partnerships with iwi, hapū and whānau Māori, kaupapa Māori organisations, Pasifika communities, local decisionmakers, community groups, and other key stakeholders, to activate fair and tika electrification across South Auckland.

You will be supported by Rewiring Aotearoa’s national team including communications, design, policy, and Māori community advisory support.

This is an initial fixed-term contract at 0.6 FTE. We are actively seeking additional funding to extend the role and make additional project hires.

Core Skills

Required

• Deep understanding and respect for tikanga Māori, Te Ao Māori, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
  Proven ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships with iwi, hapū and whānau Māori, and kaupapa Māori organisations, and Pasifika communities.
  Proven experience in community engagement, mobilisation, stakeholder or volunteer management, including in developing and executing strategy.
  Existing relationships with South Auckland community organisations, marae, health providers, or social services
  Experience organising and supporting events, training, or capacity-building activities.
  Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage empathetically with a diverse range of people, digitally and face to face.
  Public speaking or facilitation experience.
  Experience managing a project budget.
  Ability to work independently, manage multiple relationships, and contribute within a collaborative team.
  High level of organisation, initiative, and adaptability in a fast-paced, start-up style environment.
  Commitment to equity and enthusiasm for contributing to climate and energy solutions in Aotearoa.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in te reo Māori.
  Experience working within iwi, hapū, or Māori community organisations
  Familiarity with digital tools for community engagement (e.g., Slack, WhatsApp, Google Meet, social media channels).
  Experience with grant or volunteer management.
  Knowledge of energy systems, electrification, climate science, or sustainable economics.

What we provide

• Fixed-term position at 0.6 FTE
• Flexible working arrangements and hours.
• A competitive salary range, based on experience. Standard leave entitlements pro-rated for part-time hours
• Opportunity to be part of an impact-led non-profit that is moving the needle on electrification in New Zealand.

Ready to apply?

Apply by emailing hello@rewiring.nz with “Project Lead” in the subject line and:

• A copy of your CV.
• A paragraph or so about why you’re interested in working with us.

Applications close Monday the 14th of September at 9pm.‍

Please note: We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

If the sound of our mission excites you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t have all the listed experience. Also, please let us know if there is a way that works better for you to tell us about yourself and your interest in the role.