* Work across the Ministry on a range of transport policy projects * Newly created role | Small friendly central government agency * Additional Ministry leave and wellbeing days * Wellington CBD based – Queens Wharf | Perm full time (38 hours per week) Newly established centralised team leading the Government's highest priority transport projects to improve the lives of New Zealanders. He kupu mo matou Te Manatu Waka | About Ministry of Transport Te Manatu Waka, Ministry of Transport, is the system leader for the transport sector whether it's on land, at sea, in the air, or connecting Aotearoa to the world. We are the Government's principal adviser on transport policy, regulation and investment and play a crucial role in ensuring the transport system is working to improve the prosperity for New Zealanders. Our key responsibilities include providing policy advice to Government including developing investment and regulatory settings, legislative advice and Crown agency governance, accountability and performance. Nga whakamarama mo te tunga | About the opportunity As a Project Manager you will work within our new centralised Programme Management Office team providing project management leadership and support for the government's highest prioritised transport projects. You will work across the Ministry to lead significant, interesting and high-profile policy projects that will help shape the transport system for the future of New Zealand. This is a new role, established recently when Te Manatu Waka implemented a new structure and operating model to support the Government to deliver its priorities. Te wahi ki a koe | What you'll bring * Solid understanding of project management methodologies and best practices * Proven relationship and stakeholder management skills * Experience working in government and working with Ministers and other government departments and agencies * Knowledge of the machinery of government, particularly the legislation process * The ability to coach and develop the capability of more junior team members. * Qualification(s) in project management and/or relevant experience leading policy projects * Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau | Salary range The base salary budget is $127,142 – $140,812 per annum. The salary offered will be based on your skills and experience. Te wahi ki a matou | What we offer * Small, friendly, supportive work environment within a flat structure * Exposure to high profile and the highest transport priorities of the Ministry * Additional Ministry leave days, wellbeing days and volunteer day * Laptop, mobile and WFH equipment * A range of health and wellbeing benefits including an annual wellness payment * Modern offices located on Wellington's scenic waterfront with collaborative working spaces, showers, storage for bicycles/scooters and personal lockers * A welcoming employee network such as the Maori and Pasifika, Wahine, and Rainbow networks as well as the PSA and Eco Groups. We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, orientations and identities. We aim to have a Ministry that represents the wider Aotearoa that we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, supported and a sense of belonging. For any support or accessibility needs during our recruitment process, please contact us at ****** Me pehea te tono mai | How to apply To view the job description or apply online including a cover letter and CV click Apply. Applications close midnight, Sunday 10 March 2024. For further information or to speak confidentially, in the first instance please contact Rebeca Bakker, Senior Recruitment Adviser at ****** or on 022 014 5419. You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa to apply for this role. Please note unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
