Project Coordinator - Fixed term

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values :

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child and that Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are looking for an experienced Project Coordinator to join our 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.

The Project Coordinator's role is to support the successful delivery of project initiatives across one of our active Enabling Communities prototypes. The Project Coordinator works closely with the programme team and is responsible for providing project, reporting, logistical and general coordination support.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include :

In addition to the above key requirements, the following attributes are desirable :

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you

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.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and covering letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a login using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

Internal secondment opportunities may be considered. If you are interested in a secondment to this role, please discuss with your direct manager or People and Performance Partner first.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact us. Hurry as applications for this role close at 5pm on Sunday 23 November 2025. However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

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