Festival and Community Events Lead

Are you passionate about creating memorable community experiences that bring people together? Do you thrive leading people, building partnerships, and delivering events that celebrate local identity and strengthen community connection?

Whangārei District Council is looking for an experienced and inspiring Festival & Community Events Lead to lead the planning and delivery of a vibrant programme of festivals, civic events, and community celebrations across our district.

About the Role

This is an exciting leadership opportunity to shape and deliver a diverse programme of events that reflect the unique identity of Whangārei while supporting Council's strategic priorities and Events Strategy. You'll lead a small, passionate team and work closely with community groups, iwi and hapū, event organisers, sponsors, Council teams, and other stakeholders to create high‑quality, inclusive experiences for our communities.

Key responsibilities include...