Kairuruku Hotaka | Programme Coordinator - HR & Payroll Transformation

Full job description
Fixed Term / Secondment until December 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.

Mo te turanga mahi | About the role

As Programme Coordinator, you'll play a critical role in supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of this complex programme. You'll work closely with the Programme Manager and wider team to ensure we stay on track, communicate clearly, and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

Coordinating programme governance, reporting cycles, and risk/issue tracking.
Supporting development and maintenance of programme plans, schedules, and documentation.
Enabling effective workshops, steering groups, and governance forums.
Helping embed consistent processes and tools across workstreams.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys enabling others, and brings strong organisational skills to help drive delivery.

Help shape how the Ministry for the Environment works, enabling our people to do what they do best. We're modernising our HR and payroll systems and need a Programme Coordinator to keep everything running smoothly.

You'll join a collaborative, high-performing team delivering a transformational programme that will improve how we support our kaimahi, from performance management to payroll, learning, and beyond.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

Proven experience in programme or project coordination, ideally in a public sector or transformation environment
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise in a dynamic setting.
Confidence in using planning and collaboration tools (e.g., Planview, MS Whiteboard, Mural)
Ability to support workshops, reporting cycles, and governance forums.
A proactive, flexible approach with a focus on enabling high-performing teams.
Experience in the New Zealand Government procurement process
Commitment to te ao Maori and growing your cultural capability.
Experience with procurement processes and vendor selection.
Desirable Skills

Familiarity with Agile delivery environments and iterative planning.
Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes.
Knowledge of procurement processes and vendor coordination.
Ability to prepare and facilitate workshops (in-person and virtual).
Strong document management and version control practices.
Proficiency in collaboration and planning tools.
Understanding of risk and issue management frameworks.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau | Salary range

Salary range for this role is $70,217 to $84,982 pa. Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.

Nga 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 Maori Ropu, 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 inaianei | 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 shaun.seebaluck@mfe.govt.nz. The position description is available via our careers centre www.mfe.govt.nz/jobs.

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.

Ra Katinga | Applications close: Sunday 12th October 2026