People and Projects Advisor

He huanui oranga mo ngā mokopuna whakatipuranga roto i ngā hapori heke iho, heke iho - Setting the path of wellness in our communities for the early years, for generations to come

Join Whānau Āwhina Plunket and help shape positive people outcomes for kaimahi across Aotearoa. We have a full-time permanent opportunity for an experienced People Advisor based in Wellington.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

As our People and Projects Advisor, you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of strategic people initiatives, operational HR advice, and projects that contribute to a high-performing, values-led organisation. Working closely with the Senior People and Projects Partner, you’ll help coordinate and implement initiatives across the People and Capability function while partnering with leaders to provide practical, solutions-focused support on a range of people matters.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. From building trusted relationships and supporting employment relations processes to contributing to organisational projects and strengthening people practices, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the organisation.

At Whānau Āwhina Plunket, we’re on a pro-equity journey grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and committed to improving outcomes for tamariki, whānau and communities across Aotearoa. We’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to creating inclusive, culturally responsive workplaces where people can thrive.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You’re a capable and relationship-focused HR professional who builds strong working relationships and enjoys balancing operational HR and employment relations support with project coordination and delivery, helping to drive initiatives forward through effective coordination, collaboration, and support across the full project lifecycle.

You’ll bring strong communication and organisational skills, along with the confidence to build trusted relationships with leaders and stakeholders across the business. You’re someone who can juggle competing priorities, maintain attention to detail, and provide practical advice while keeping people at the centre of your approach.

You’ll also bring a collaborative and proactive mindset, with a genuine interest in supporting positive workplace culture, leadership capability and equitable outcomes for kaimahi.

Most importantly, you’ll align with our values of Māia, Manaaki, Tūhono and Māhaki, and feel passionate about contributing to meaningful mahi that supports whānau across Aotearoa.

Ngā pukenga me tōhunga Motuhake | Skills and Qualifications

You’ll ideally bring:

At least 4 years’ experience in Human Resources, ideally within a medium to large organisation
Experience providing practical HR and employment relations advice to leaders
Knowledge of NZ employment legislation, HR policies and people practices
Experience supporting projects, initiatives or work programmes from planning through to implementation
Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Confidence using workforce data and insights to support decision-making and reporting
Experience working in a unionised environment is advantageous
Experience supporting pro-equity, inclusion or culturally responsive practices is desirable
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

For specific information please contact hr@plunket.org.nz

Applications close 21st May 2026. We may close the ad early if we find the right candidate.

Whānau Āwhina Plunket is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of pēpi, tamariki and their whānau. We have committed to adopting a pro-equity approach where we give life to the Treaty principles of tino rangatiratanga, partnership, active protection, equity and options in our mahi to ensure healthy tamariki, confident whānau and connected communities. This journey is creating exciting career opportunities - If you would like to contribute to the important mahi we do, nau mai, haere mai.


Position description

Permanent Full Time

Job no: 2026-22381

Location: Wellington-Wairarapa

Closing Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026