Senior Project Manager, Enabling Communities Programme (EBOP)

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About the role

We are looking for an outstanding Senior Project Manager to join our in‑flight Enabling Communities Programme. Enabling Communities is a transformative initiative that gives selected partners an opportunity to redesign and reimagine what care looks like for their own tamariki and whānau. Partners lead the design, development and implementation of care prototypes, set the pace and become the decision makers.

This role will support our partners to deliver their prototypes by identifying and driving changes that Oranga Tamariki needs to make to support the success of the partner. The role sits within our Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO) and is supported by a Practice Lead, connected to a community of Project Managers. You’ll be assigned to the Enabling Communities Programme team, reporting to the Lead Programme Manager.

The role is full‑time and could be based either in Wellington or closer to our partners in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. The position is a fixed term until 30 June 2026, with extension subject to funding continuity.

Key responsibilities

• You’ll be a quick starter, skilled at picking up in‑flight activity and understanding where to focus initial efforts.
• Strong Project Management disciplines (high‑quality documentation, planning, stakeholder management, governance, risks & issues, reporting).
• Engagement skills that demonstrate genuine manaakitanga, humility, and the ability to know when to lead or advise, and when to step back and listen carefully.
• A deep and broad understanding of operating within a Māori Crown relationship and applying a partnership‑based practice.
• Significant experience in establishing, growing and maintaining strong and trusted relationships with iwi and Māori organisations.
• An ability to see the big picture and understand the strategic and local context.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Understanding of Te Ao Māori and experience engaging with Māori, iwi and community groups in a way that builds trust and reflects cultural values.

Qualifications & experience

Benefits

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

You will also be connected to a community of supportive Project Managers, with a focus on learning and growth.

How to apply

Apply online with your CV and a Cover Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee, please ensure that you register or login using your work email address.

Hurry – applications close at 5pm Tuesday 28 October 2025. We will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.

Employment details

Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level

Employment type : Contract

Location : Wellington or Eastern Bay of Plenty

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