Programme Coordinatorat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)77,549 - 109,481
Fixed Term Role
- to February 2026Passionate about health and wellbeingJoin us and be part of delivering a transformation Mō te tūnga | About the roleAra Poutama Aotearoa is delivering a modern health system to support and enable our Pae Ora teams deliver a first-class health service.
The new solution will be implemented in conjunction with our vendor partners.The programme is in the build and implement phase and change management is critical to the success of this transformation, so we are seeking an experienced Programme Coordinator to support the Project Manager.This position supports the Project Manager through maintaining workplans, resource planning tools, and financial management, including budget creation and timesheet administration.
You will organise project-related events, manage portfolio registers, and ensure adherence to project processes in collaboration with the Enterprise Project Management Office.The role also involves compiling accurate portfolio reports, liaising with vendors, and acting as the key contact for financial enquiries.Your efforts will contribute to the successful delivery of this Health Programme, ensuring we meet budget, time, and quality objectives.
Mōu | About you To be successful in this position you will be a values and growth driven individual with:Excellent organisation and administrative skillsMicrosoft Project and Visio skills essentialMicrosoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills essentialSAP or similar financial system experienced preferredExcellent verbal and written communication skills.
This includes the ability to understand and effectively communicate technical information, as part of programme and project administration in an IT environment Utu ā-tau | SalaryThe mid-point of the salary range is $91,234 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $77, 549- $109,481 per annum.
Mō mātou | About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa
- Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve.
We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.Tono ināianei | Apply NowTo submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency- applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.Applications close on: Sunday 27th JulyIf you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.