A central government organisation in Canterbury is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to manage and deliver Agile projects aimed at enhancing data dissemination. The role involves leading a supportive team, ensuring successful end-to-end project delivery, and actively participating in the project management community. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and the ability to mentor others in Agile practices. This is a fixed-term role with a competitive salary and diverse benefits.
04/02/2026
Full time
A central government organisation in Canterbury is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to manage and deliver Agile projects aimed at enhancing data dissemination. The role involves leading a supportive team, ensuring successful end-to-end project delivery, and actively participating in the project management community. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and the ability to mentor others in Agile practices. This is a fixed-term role with a competitive salary and diverse benefits.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi About this roleSenior Project Manager (agile) Kaiwhakahaere Kaupapa Matua Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes, About Aotearoa, for Aotearoa - data that improves lives today and for generations to come. Opportunity to manage and deliver projects that aim to improve outcomes for all New Zealanders. Fixed term (until June 30, 2027) based in Christchurch supported by an Enterprise Portfolio Office that adapts and responds to the organisation needs. 37.5 hours per week based in the heart of Christchurch CBDStats NZ Tatauranga Aotearoa is a Central Government employer of 1300+ people across Aotearoa. We provide data and statistics to support the decisions of Government, Māori and Iwi organisations, businesses, NGOs, and New Zealanders. Our work is About Aotearoa, for Aotearoa - data that improves lives today and for generations to come. We welcome every gender, ethnicity, ability, religion, age, and background and encourage all our people to be their authentic selves.We encourage you to go to our careers site to learn more about the Way We Work at Stats NZ and also check out our . We want working for us to work for you Starting salary: $118,609 to $160,471 + superannuation Other benefits of joining Stats NZ include: Balance life and work commitments Develop and grow your career (coaching, training, study support, secondments) Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference to all people in Aotearoa 3 extra annual leave days (taken during Christmas office closure) City based offices that cater to a variety of working styles and needs The role Te tūnga We're seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (8+ years) to join our Enterprise Portfolio Office (EPO) in Christchurch, where you'll take the lead on a high priority programme already delivering real value.This is an exciting opportunity to step into a well established Agile project at mid flight, guiding it through its next phase of delivery. The work spans external engagement, business change, and complex IT delivery, giving you the chance to have a tangible impact on how Stats NZ delivers and disseminates data.You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive EPO team made up of Project Managers, Business Analysts, Project Coordinators, and Change Managers who are passionate about their craft and generous with their expertise. Beyond delivering this project, you'll play an active role in strengthening the wider project management community, contributing to the successful delivery of medium to large and higher risk initiatives across the organisation.In this role you will: Pick up an Agile project that has been successfully delivering for the last couple of years Ensure successful end-to-end delivery of the project, within the agreed time, cost and quality parameters Coach and lead your team and business subject matter experts in agile project management practices and disciplines Take a leadership role in managing stakeholder and project relationships Provide leadership from your experience in data delivery, harmonisation and migration Support the external engagement required to ensure customer needs are met by the project Actively participate in the project management centre of excellence, to ensure consistently high standards of project management practice across EPOThe project delivers the core technology through which Stats NZ disseminates data, making it both high profile and impactful. The project team operates across Christchurch and Wellington, with this role based in Christchurch to enable close, face to face collaboration with the Project Executive and key team members.You'll be leading the team day to day while ensuring effective governance, delivery partner engagement, and stakeholder alignment - a role that suits someone who thrives on ownership, influence, and delivery excellence. What you bring Nōu te rourou We understand transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work. We encourage you to be you in your application.We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability. You don't need to be knowledgeable in all these areas already, but you do need to be on board with learning and have a genuine interest and willingness to grow on this journey with us.Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ. How to apply Me pēhea te tuku tono If this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirected to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page.We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process.Please reach out to if you have any questions. You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process. Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted. Location: Canterbury
04/02/2026
Full time
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi About this roleSenior Project Manager (agile) Kaiwhakahaere Kaupapa Matua Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes, About Aotearoa, for Aotearoa - data that improves lives today and for generations to come. Opportunity to manage and deliver projects that aim to improve outcomes for all New Zealanders. Fixed term (until June 30, 2027) based in Christchurch supported by an Enterprise Portfolio Office that adapts and responds to the organisation needs. 37.5 hours per week based in the heart of Christchurch CBDStats NZ Tatauranga Aotearoa is a Central Government employer of 1300+ people across Aotearoa. We provide data and statistics to support the decisions of Government, Māori and Iwi organisations, businesses, NGOs, and New Zealanders. Our work is About Aotearoa, for Aotearoa - data that improves lives today and for generations to come. We welcome every gender, ethnicity, ability, religion, age, and background and encourage all our people to be their authentic selves.We encourage you to go to our careers site to learn more about the Way We Work at Stats NZ and also check out our . We want working for us to work for you Starting salary: $118,609 to $160,471 + superannuation Other benefits of joining Stats NZ include: Balance life and work commitments Develop and grow your career (coaching, training, study support, secondments) Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference to all people in Aotearoa 3 extra annual leave days (taken during Christmas office closure) City based offices that cater to a variety of working styles and needs The role Te tūnga We're seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (8+ years) to join our Enterprise Portfolio Office (EPO) in Christchurch, where you'll take the lead on a high priority programme already delivering real value.This is an exciting opportunity to step into a well established Agile project at mid flight, guiding it through its next phase of delivery. The work spans external engagement, business change, and complex IT delivery, giving you the chance to have a tangible impact on how Stats NZ delivers and disseminates data.You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive EPO team made up of Project Managers, Business Analysts, Project Coordinators, and Change Managers who are passionate about their craft and generous with their expertise. Beyond delivering this project, you'll play an active role in strengthening the wider project management community, contributing to the successful delivery of medium to large and higher risk initiatives across the organisation.In this role you will: Pick up an Agile project that has been successfully delivering for the last couple of years Ensure successful end-to-end delivery of the project, within the agreed time, cost and quality parameters Coach and lead your team and business subject matter experts in agile project management practices and disciplines Take a leadership role in managing stakeholder and project relationships Provide leadership from your experience in data delivery, harmonisation and migration Support the external engagement required to ensure customer needs are met by the project Actively participate in the project management centre of excellence, to ensure consistently high standards of project management practice across EPOThe project delivers the core technology through which Stats NZ disseminates data, making it both high profile and impactful. The project team operates across Christchurch and Wellington, with this role based in Christchurch to enable close, face to face collaboration with the Project Executive and key team members.You'll be leading the team day to day while ensuring effective governance, delivery partner engagement, and stakeholder alignment - a role that suits someone who thrives on ownership, influence, and delivery excellence. What you bring Nōu te rourou We understand transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work. We encourage you to be you in your application.We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability. You don't need to be knowledgeable in all these areas already, but you do need to be on board with learning and have a genuine interest and willingness to grow on this journey with us.Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ. How to apply Me pēhea te tuku tono If this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirected to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page.We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process.Please reach out to if you have any questions. You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process. Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted. Location: Canterbury
A public healthcare organization is seeking a Clinical Integrator in Canterbury, offering a part-time role focusing on system improvement and patient flow within Aotearoa's health system. The ideal candidate will have significant clinical expertise and a strong commitment to equity, collaborating with community providers and clinical teams to enhance healthcare services. Applicants should have a relevant medical qualification, clinical leadership experience, and a strategic mindset. Applications close on February 22, 2026.
03/02/2026
Full time
A public healthcare organization is seeking a Clinical Integrator in Canterbury, offering a part-time role focusing on system improvement and patient flow within Aotearoa's health system. The ideal candidate will have significant clinical expertise and a strong commitment to equity, collaborating with community providers and clinical teams to enhance healthcare services. Applicants should have a relevant medical qualification, clinical leadership experience, and a strategic mindset. Applications close on February 22, 2026.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi About this role Based in Te Waipounamu Part-time 8 hours per week A rare opportunity to apply your clinical expertise, leadership and system-thinking to drive meaningful change Supportive, collaborative work environment within a nationally connected organisation Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care. About the Role As a Clinical Integrator, you will bring a primary or community care clinical lens to district service development and implementation. You will work closely with Clinical Advisors, regional clinical leaders, and commissioning teams to identify opportunities for improved patient flow, strengthen relationships across sectors, and support effective integration between hospital and community services.A typical week may include engaging with clinical leaders across PHOs, public health, community providers and HSS to identify system challenges, contributing clinical leadership into service redesign initiatives, and providing high-quality advice on improving equity and access. You will champion the voice of Māori, Pacific and priority communities in all system design, ensuring pathways are clinically sound, whānau-centred and workable within the South Canterbury district level. About you You will be a highly respected clinician who brings credibility, confidence, and strong system awareness to this leadership role. You are committed to improving equity and outcomes for whānau, and you understand the importance of strong relationships across the health system. You balance clinical insight with strategic thinking and are comfortable influencing change in complex environments.You will bring: A solid clinical foundation - a relevant tertiary medical qualification, current vocational registration (GP or NP), and a minimum of five years' clinical practice within Aotearoa's health system. Demonstrated clinical leadership - at least two years in a role where you have led or contributed to service improvement, system change or new models of care. Strong relationship-building skills - proven ability to collaborate with clinicians, PHOs, iwi, community providers, hospital services and commissioning teams to support integrated, whānau-centred care. A firm commitment to equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi - including experience partnering with Māori clinicians and communities, and confidence applying Te Tiriti principles in system and service design. Strategic and systems thinking - the ability to interpret complex challenges, anticipate impacts, and provide credible clinical advice into planning, redesign, and business case development. Excellent communication skills - capable of translating clinical and technical concepts into clear, meaningful information for diverse audiences including senior leaders, governance groups and community partners. An improvement mindset - openness to new ideas, readiness to test and adapt approaches, and confidence to respectfully challenge the status quo. A collaborative leadership style - grounded in humility, psychological safety, and modelling the values of Te Mauri o Rongo. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59PM Sunday, 22 February 2026 .Forfurther information,please contact Jenita Spencer on . Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert. Location: Canterbury Attachment: (PDF, 225KB) Job Description
03/02/2026
Full time
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi About this role Based in Te Waipounamu Part-time 8 hours per week A rare opportunity to apply your clinical expertise, leadership and system-thinking to drive meaningful change Supportive, collaborative work environment within a nationally connected organisation Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care. About the Role As a Clinical Integrator, you will bring a primary or community care clinical lens to district service development and implementation. You will work closely with Clinical Advisors, regional clinical leaders, and commissioning teams to identify opportunities for improved patient flow, strengthen relationships across sectors, and support effective integration between hospital and community services.A typical week may include engaging with clinical leaders across PHOs, public health, community providers and HSS to identify system challenges, contributing clinical leadership into service redesign initiatives, and providing high-quality advice on improving equity and access. You will champion the voice of Māori, Pacific and priority communities in all system design, ensuring pathways are clinically sound, whānau-centred and workable within the South Canterbury district level. About you You will be a highly respected clinician who brings credibility, confidence, and strong system awareness to this leadership role. You are committed to improving equity and outcomes for whānau, and you understand the importance of strong relationships across the health system. You balance clinical insight with strategic thinking and are comfortable influencing change in complex environments.You will bring: A solid clinical foundation - a relevant tertiary medical qualification, current vocational registration (GP or NP), and a minimum of five years' clinical practice within Aotearoa's health system. Demonstrated clinical leadership - at least two years in a role where you have led or contributed to service improvement, system change or new models of care. Strong relationship-building skills - proven ability to collaborate with clinicians, PHOs, iwi, community providers, hospital services and commissioning teams to support integrated, whānau-centred care. A firm commitment to equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi - including experience partnering with Māori clinicians and communities, and confidence applying Te Tiriti principles in system and service design. Strategic and systems thinking - the ability to interpret complex challenges, anticipate impacts, and provide credible clinical advice into planning, redesign, and business case development. Excellent communication skills - capable of translating clinical and technical concepts into clear, meaningful information for diverse audiences including senior leaders, governance groups and community partners. An improvement mindset - openness to new ideas, readiness to test and adapt approaches, and confidence to respectfully challenge the status quo. A collaborative leadership style - grounded in humility, psychological safety, and modelling the values of Te Mauri o Rongo. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59PM Sunday, 22 February 2026 .Forfurther information,please contact Jenita Spencer on . Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert. Location: Canterbury Attachment: (PDF, 225KB) Job Description