Project Manager Energy Markets Programmeat Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment -
Discover a career with purpose at MBIE Discover a career with purpose at MBIE Join a collaborative and high
-performing team Contribute to shaping New Zealand's energy future Fixed-term or secondment opportunity until 30 June 2026 Salary: $118,000
- $143,639 + Kiwisaver Tēnei tūranga
- About the Role: The Energy Markets Programme is a key initiative within MBIE, focused ensuring New Zealand has a secure and affordable energy system.
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the Programme Director in delivering a complex and high-impact workstream.
This is a fixed-term or secondment opportunity for six months, ideal for someone with strong project management expertise in the public policy or regulatory space and a passion for driving meaningful change.You will play a central role in planning, resourcing, and reporting, while also identifying risks, opportunities, and creative solutions to support the programme's success.
You'll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team, helping to shape and organise the work programme and ensure delivery aligns with strategic objectives.
Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana- Skills and Experience Required Proven experience managing complex policy, regulatory, or strategic programmes within tight timeframes Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools across the full project lifecycle Strategic and analytical thinking, with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders Strong relationship management skills, including with senior leaders, government agencies, industry, and iwi/Māori Collaborative and team-oriented, with a willingness to share knowledge and support others Ability to identify and manage risk effectively Adaptability in a fast-paced and evolving environment Public sector experience is preferred A tertiary or professional qualification in a relevant technical field is desirable Must be a New Zealand citizen or hold the right to live and work in New Zealand Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE
- About MBIE: MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.
We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.
People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.
Mahi Tahi- Better Together Māia
- Bold and brave Pae Kahurangi
- Build our Future Pono Me Te Tika
- Own It Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity
- Hīkina Whakatutuki
- which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.
MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.
We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.
E mōhio ana a Hīkina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kōtuinga I waenganui i a ngāi Māori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā, kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahungaroa o ngāi wi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, katutuki tēnei.
He āhuatanga nui tēnei e āhei ai ngā mahi whanaketanga ā-ohanga, ā-pāpori hoki ki a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui.
E whai tonu ana mātou ki te kōtui atu ki ngā iwi mō te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i ngā kaupapakua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, ā, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i ngā āheinga kōkiritanga mā ngā iwi, me te tautoko i ngā iwi kia whai mana ake ai ēnei āheinga.
Me pēhea te tono- How to Apply: Click here to view a position description.
All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Email Marie Manley at marie.manley2@mbie.govt.nz quoting ref MBIE/17936 if you have any further questions.Applications close on Monday 18 August 2025 at 11:59pm.