About us The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whanau and communities. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Maori, whanau, hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are. Project Coordinator Te Pae Tawhiti Multiple opportunities – Fixed term/Secondment until June 2025 Dynamic and supportive work culture Wellington Based This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is keen to contribute to the growth and efficiency of Te Pae Tawhiti. Apply now! Te Pae Tawhiti – Our Future is about MSD's future role and how we can make a bigger and better difference for New Zealanders. Te Pae Tawhiti Transformation Programme is a major undertaking, spanning several years and delivering significant benefits to over a million New Zealanders who access MSD support and services. This is a once in a generation opportunity to be involved in MSD's multi-year transformation journey. Te ahua o te turanga / about the role As the Project Coordinator, your primary focus will be on supporting project managers across Te Pae Tawhiti ensuring meticulous schedule, risk, issue and financial reporting and management. . You will be actively involved in project meetings, handling everything from coordinating these gatherings to managing the agendas and minutes, thereby ensuring consistent communication and updates. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work across multiple workstreams within Te Pae Tawhiti, with the support of the wider team, which will enable you to develop and refine your Project Management skills. Nga pukenga me nga wheako / skills and experience Experience in transformation or IT service environments, with a preference for those who have worked in the public service sector. A clear understanding of how to navigate the strategic landscape of projects, including awareness of potential risks and liabilities. Proficiency in essential office software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project. Practical experience with Jira. Experience writing meaningful and insightful reports for Senior Leaders Exceptional communication skills, both for effective self-expression and in understanding others. Strong capabilities in creating well-structured and clear documentation. Your ability to manage tasks independently while maintaining excellent interpersonal relations will be key in this role. If you are eager to leverage your skills in a role that makes a difference, we would love to hear from you. Apply now! Position Description Salary range: $66,660.00 - $80,585.00 How to apply To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form. Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description. All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate. Closing date: Sunday 31st March Joining us Joining MSD means being part of a whanau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Maori, Hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process. MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.
