NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
ConstructionConsultingLogistics
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is a New Zealand government agency working across logistics, consulting, and construction to manage the transport system and improve road safety and access to transport services. Its work includes digital tools such as an app for driver licence and vehicle information, online services for licensing and tolls, and public safety initiatives. The agency also plans and invests in transport infrastructure spanning roads, cycling, and public transport.

Principal Advisor, Partnerships – Auckland (Onsite)

Lead strategic partnerships across government, councils, and commercial organisations for NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. Shape road safety programmes, strengthen collaboration, and deliver measurable outcomes for communities across New Zealand.

Description

  • Oversee strategic investment in the Regional Road Safety Promotion Programme
  • Build and manage partnerships with government agencies, councils, and sector stakeholders
  • Identify and develop opportunities with commercial and corporate organisations
  • Assess programme performance and recommend changes to improve impact
  • Lead, mentor, and support the Education and Partnerships team
  • Coordinate communications and engagement activities that enable effective programme delivery
  • Strengthen relationships across government, local government, sector, and commercial networks
  • Lead cross-sector collaboration on road safety initiatives and identify opportunities to broaden NZTA’s influence

Requirements

  • Substantial experience leading complex projects and initiatives involving multiple organisations
  • Expertise in stakeholder engagement and relationship management
  • Ability to influence senior leaders and varied stakeholder groups
  • A track record of delivering integrated marketing, communications, and education programmes with measurable results
  • Experience developing strategic partnerships across government, local government, community, or commercial sectors
  • Strong analytical capability, including gathering and applying insights to inform decisions
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • Experience overseeing budgets, suppliers, or external service providers
  • Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across organisational boundaries
  • Tertiary qualification in partnerships, communications, marketing, education, or comparable relevant experience
  • Knowledge of Te Ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi in a public-sector setting, or willingness to build that understanding
  • Legal entitlement to live and work in New Zealand

Benefits

  • Five weeks of annual leave
  • Life insurance
  • Income protection insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Practical on-the-job experience
  • Formal learning opportunities
  • Coaching
  • Secondment opportunities
  • Equal opportunity and diversity and inclusion support

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