Digital Leadership Assistant

This is an exciting opportunity for a Digital Leadership Assistant to join a future-focused team delivering meaningful digital change across Christchurch City Council. About the team | Ko te rōpū nei The Digital Unit at Christchurch City Council is a future-focused, high-performing team that leads the delivery of digital transformation across the organisation. We enable smarter, more connected services for our communities through innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role sits at the heart of the Digital Leadership Team, providing essential coordination and operational support to the Head of Digital and senior leadership team across the unit. It plays a key part in helping us deliver on our strategic priorities, by ensuring our leadership team is well-supported, informed, and able to focus on what matters most. About the role | Ko te mahi nei As the Digital Leadership Assistant, you'll be the go‑to person for enabling the smooth operation of our leadership team. You'll manage diaries, coordinate meetings, prepare reports, and handle sensitive communications, all while keeping things running behind the scenes. Your mahi will include: Supporting the Head of Digital / Chief Information Officer and their direct reports with day‑to‑day coordination and strategic priorities Supporting the Head of Digital/ CIO by tracking and responding to all actions and reports required by the unit and Council Supporting the team with managing meetings, actions, follow‑ups and timely completion of matters Contributing to report writing / review under guidance from the CIO and the leadership team This is a dynamic and varied role where no two days are the same, and where your contribution will directly impact the success of our digital transformation journey. You'll bring a strong background in executive support, ideally with experience in the digital or local government sector. You're digitally savvy, highly organised, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. We're looking for someone who Has at least 6 years' experience supporting senior leaders or management teams Is confident using Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and other collaboration tools Communicates clearly and professionally, with excellent judgement and discretion Builds strong relationships and works well across diverse teams Is proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering high‑quality mahi Understands the importance of confidentiality, governance, and stakeholder engagement Values biculturalism and is open to learning and applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in their work What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of digital services in local government. You will work alongside passionate leaders, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to a wide range of strategic initiatives. You will also benefit from: Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities Flexible working arrangements – WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave Collaboration – exposure to wider areas of the organisation Benefits – a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts If you’re someone who enjoys variety, thrives on collaboration, and wants to be part of something bigger, this role is for you. Job Details Hours of work: Monday to Friday Position: Full‑time, permanent Location: This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices – 53 Hereford Street Salary band: $67,635 to $75,150 per annum based on a 40‑hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role Closing date: Thursday 16 July 2026, 11:55 pm We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at [email protected] . #J-18808-Ljbffr