Kaiwhakahaere Kaupapa | Project Manager | Flexible

Job Description

Fixed Term or Secondment opportunity until 30 June 2026

This role is a fixed term position in response to increased demand within our high priority work programmes. We are surging in people and resources in response to these priorities.

Mō te tūranga mahi | About the role   

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic Projects Team.  

The Projects team provides professional project management services across the Ministry by:

• Supporting the planning and management of complex projects to ensure successful delivery, including mapping and meeting core milestones and deliverables

• Supporting the building of project management capability in others e.g. Principals, Seniors and Analysts/Advisors who are expected to lead projects of varying complexity

This role will support complex initiatives in the Tūmatakōkiri business group across its Tiriti Settlements, Ministerial Engagement with Māori, Strategic risk and system performance and Litigation Support functions, via two teams - Te Piringa and Māori Strategy and performance.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience   

Our ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven experience in establishing systems and supporting projects directly seeking to uphold Treaty settlements and other Crown-Māori obligations.
• Proven experience in planning, managing and delivery of complex projects, using a range of industry recognised project management methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to provide high value enabling services to a range of projects including the ability to identify, manage and mitigate risks.
• Ability to coach others in project management e.g. Project Leads such as Senior Advisors | Analysts.
• Demonstrated skills in getting the best out of people with highly developed negotiating, influencing and communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt within a fast-paced environment and hold expert prioritisation and planning skills.

Whānuitanga Utu ā-Tau | Salary range  

Salary range for this role is $110,501 to $134,128 pa.  Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.  

Ngā hua ka puta i te mahi ki MfE | Benefits of working at MfE  

• a flexible working approach to embrace a healthy work-life blend 
• agile ways of working, allowing you variety and challenges across the organisation as we work as ‘One MfE' 
• active employee networks including Māori Rōpū, Asian Network, Neurodivergent and Disability Networks, Women's Network, Tagata Moana (Pacific Peoples' Network), and Rainbow Network 
• opportunities for development and education.           

Check out other benefits of joining us and hear what our people say about Working at MfE | Ministry for the Environment.  

Tono ināianei | Apply now  

Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter.  Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.     

If you require further information about this position please contact Cameron Fraser at Cameron.Fraser@mfe.govt.nz.  The position description is available via our careers centre www.mfe.govt.nz/jobs.  

The location for this role is flexible, however, a Wellington based candidate is preferred.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.  We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.   

We want to ensure any accessibility needs you may have are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all.  Therefore, please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make the recruitment process more accessible to you.  Please contact us at vacancy@mfe.govt.nz if you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have.  

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.  

Note: for internal permanent kaimahi who are applying for a secondment, you must speak with your Manager before submitting your application.

Rā Katinga | Applications close:   Wednesday, 29 October 2025