Job no: 572181Work type: Full Time - PermanentCategories: Human ResourcesDowner has been designing, building and sustaining New Zealand’s infrastructure for over a century and is a leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand.With over 12,000 employees in New Zealand, we work alongside some of New Zealand’s biggest businesses, councils and government agencies.Downer New Zealand is a leading provider of integrated services. Our commitment to building long term relationships and supporting our customers with high calibre services and solutions; the talents of our people; and consistent excellence in operational delivery sets us apart.We’re growing in our Corporate Social Outcomes team with an additional Programme Manager to lead our programmes over the North Island. Overall you will have responsibility for the coordination of our various employment initiative programmes at Downer. You would be responsible for coordinating programmes, facilitating workshops, managing key relationships, alumni communications and newsletters, and managing funding steams for Te Ara Whanake, Te Whanake ki te Ora, and our Downer Basics programmes.About the roleAs our Programme Manager, you will be cultivating strong, collaborative relationships with trainers, facilitators, speakers, and our external agencies like MSD. In addition, you will be involved with the:Creation and distribution of internal marketing resources and communicationsParticipant communications including newsletters and feedbackContinuous improvement of programme contentEnsuring the requirements of the funding organisation are met including regular reporting, management of expenses, record keeping, provision of pastoral care, identification & management of training requirements, management of the mentoring programme, and support of the Advisory Board.Providing programme management support to all leadership development programmes as required.About youYou’ll need to be a go-getter and an absolutely fabulous communicator adaptable to all levels. You’ll bring with you a strong level of experience in organising development programmes, supporting facilitators and participants. You’ll also have:Strong relationship management skillsRespect for M?ori tikangaAn eye for outcomes and for detailThe ability to work to tight deadlines, ambiguity, and last minute changes and challengesExcellent reporting and expense management that ensures funding criteria are met.Our Team is based all over NZ, as our programmes are available nationally you will need to be able to travel, and to stay for the duration of some of the programmes. For this role, other than the travel you will be predominantly based in Auckland.What we offerA role with us can enable you to develop and enhance your skills and experience. This is a great opportunity for you to join our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of a great team thriving in a collaborative fast-paced environment. We will reward you with a competitive remuneration package, flexible working arrangements, great training and ongoing development, and the opportunity to advance your career within our organisation.How to applyIf this sounds like an opportunity for you then register your interest at www.downercareers.co.nz reference 572181.Downer NZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.Our workplaces are drug and alcohol free - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test & medical.Due to the fast-paced nature of Downer, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, so don't delay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.Please note we have an in-house recruitment team that manage all our vacancies. No candidates presented through an agency will be considered for any of our roles advertised, unless previously arranged. We would strongly encourage all candidates interested in these roles, to apply directly online through the portal provided otherwise your application will not be considered.Advertised: 23 Jul 2020 New Zealand Standard TimeApplications close: 21 Aug 2020 New Zealand Standard Time
