Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Senior Project Manager – 12 months fixed term
The opportunity
Are you an experienced project manager with a track record of delivering technology-enabled business change?
Our ISSP (Information Systems Strategic Plan) team is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join us on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
In this role, you'll be responsible for leading, managing, and delivering business projects aligned with the ISSP work programme. This is a five-year programme to upgrade and replace the Office's technology. It's a major piece of work affecting every aspect of our organisation, and you'll play an important role in assisting with the programme outcomes. You'll also project-manage key initiatives to meet business requirements and drive process improvements.
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- a minimum of 10 years' experience in a multi-project environment;
- a relevant qualification in PRINCE2, PMI, and/or Agile;
- proven experience as a seasoned professional and a team player who's comfortable taking the lead and building a rapport with others; and
- extensive experience in work programme development and business change management.
Experience with leading and delivering Cloud-based projects for corporate services, including HRIS or FMIS, will also be an advantage.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in the public sector.
About us
Did you know that Aotearoa New Zealand's public sector is consistently placed near the top of world rankings for integrity? The work of the Office of the Auditor-General | Te Mana Arotake helps make this happen. The Auditor-General is the statutory auditor of all public organisations, from councils to schools, and at the Office we're dedicated to giving New Zealanders an independent view of public sector spending and performance.
To read more about our work, visit our website.
About working here
As an organisation, people matter to us, our independence is critical, we act with integrity and courage, and we're here to make a difference.
Working here means we can offer you:
- A supportive, close-knit team.
- The opportunity to work with senior managers on projects.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements (hours/days).
- Health and well-being benefits.
We have a diverse and inclusive team that helps us to understand the issues facing the public sector and how these affect the lives of New Zealanders. We strongly welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so that we can assist you through the recruitment process.
For this role, you must be a New Zealand citizen, or currently hold the right to work in New Zealand and currently be in New Zealand.
We value originality and effort. Although AI can be helpful, we require you to submit a cover letter and CV that reflects your own voice and experiences.
For more information, please contact Marie Davis on 04 917 1500 or recruitment@oag.parliament.nz.
You must apply online through jobs.govt.nz (you'll find the application form and position description there, too).
Please note we'll be reviewing applications as they are submitted, and may invite candidates for interviews prior to the advert closing date.
Applications close Sunday, 6 July 2025.