Programme Coordinator

Help shape the future of Education

excellent outcomes

About this role | Mo tenei turanga

We're looking for a highly organised and collaborative Programme Coordinator to support the delivery of operational design and development initiatives.

Date advertised : 5 Nov

Job Type : Permanent

Location : Wellington, NZ

Help shape the future of Education

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes.

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.

While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our akonga in our education system.

About this role | Mo tenei turanga

This permanent role sits within Te Pae Aronui's Operational Design and Development team.

As Programme Coordinator, you'll work alongside initiative leads, managers and delivery teams to keep things running smoothly.

You'll coordinate team logistics, support governance and reporting, manage delivery tracking, and provide practical support across a wide range of initiatives.

Your work will help connect the dots across complex work programmes.

Whether you're organising engagements, preparing documentation, or helping teams stay aligned, you'll play a key role in enabling progress and supporting design work that improves how education services are delivered for akonga, whanau and educators.

You'll join a fast-paced, purpose-driven team focused on system improvement, with a strong emphasis on equity and collaboration.

Salary range : $74,815 – $90,347 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver.

About you | Mohou ake

Experience supporting initiatives, projects, or programmes with competing priorities

Strong organisational and coordination skills

Familiarity with programme or project management tools and documentation

A collaborative working style and ability to build strong relationships

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio

A commitment to equity and to increasing your confidence in te ao Maori, te reo Maori and Te Tiriti-based practice

The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

About our group and team | Matau ropu ake

The Operational Design and Development group are the designers who shape how education services are delivered across Aotearoa.

Within the group, our Delivery Team leads design initiatives to deliver solutions that achieve Government priorities and address identified operational challenges and opportunities.

Our work is diverse in nature and we work at pace with people from across the organisation and externally.

We centre the needs and experiences of akonga, whanau, educators and communities.

We work collaboratively to design systems, processes and guidance, so that education services are delivered more consistently, equitably and effectively.

Are you ready to make a difference?

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If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the 'apply' button.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share.

We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Jacqueline Yoder, Manager Operational Design and Development Delivery at

Applications close Midnight – Tuesday 18 November

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