Contracts Advisor

Barnardos; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnardos Aotearoa is seeking a skilled contract development professional to strengthen contracting and tendering for child and family services. Based in Auckland or Wellington, the role collaborates with the Business Development team to secure new contracts and ensure compliant, efficient delivery.

You will develop systems to oversee national and regional contracts, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive process improvements to support sustainable services for tamariki, rangatahi and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years previous experience creating systems and processes.
• Knowledge of procurement and contracting processes.
• Demonstrate strong relationship management skills and ability to work well with others across the organisation and external partners.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite and in-depth experience with CRM databases.
• Previous experience working in the not-for-profit sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Business Development - use a project management approach to acquire new contracts.
• Engage with key stakeholders using systems and processes to review new opportunities.
• Support the wider Business Development team in identifying innovative and efficient approaches to enhance contract delivery.
• Advise and support the tendering process.
• Support projects to ensure deliverables are achieved.
• Identify risks, develop risk mitigation strategies and implement contingency plans.
• Process and Systems Improvement - develop, maintain and improve central contracts system.
• Monitor and identify opportunities for future funding.
• Strengthen contractual relationships between Barnardos and contract developers and/or providers.

Skills

Relationship management

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM databases

Procurement knowledge

Education

Tertiary business/project management qualification

Tools

CRM databases

Job description

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At Barnardos Aotearoa, our mahi is grounded in the belief that every tamaiti deserves to thrive, no matter their circumstances. This is an opportunity to bring your project management and relationship building skills to mahi that matters, helping grow sustainable, high-quality services for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau.

About the role

The role supports our Child and Family Services team to develop new services through contracting and tendering. You will collaborate with the wider Business Development team to develop new and more effective ways of supporting contract delivery. You will also maintain a reliable system for oversight of national and regional contracts, ensuring ease of access to information and accuracy of reporting.

Our ideal candidate will be passionate and detail oriented. You will be essential in the management of contracts and agreements while ensuring compliance. You will also have the ability to develop innovative systems and processes that will streamline current and future projects.

This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours a week), based in our Auckland or Wellington office.

Responsibilities

• Business Development - use a project management approach to acquire new contracts.
• Engage with key stakeholders using systems and processes to review new opportunities.
• Support the wider Business Development team in identifying innovative and efficient approaches to enhance contract delivery.
• Advise and support the tendering process.
• Support projects to ensure deliverables are achieved.
• Identify risks, develop risk mitigation strategies and implement contingency plans.
• Process and Systems Improvement - develop, maintain and improve central contracts system.
• Monitor and identify opportunities for future funding.
• Strengthen contractual relationships between Barnardos and contract developers and/or providers.

Skills and experience

• 3 – 5 years previous experience creating systems and processes.
• Knowledge of procurement and contracting processes.
• Demonstrate strong relationship management skills and ability to work well with others across the organisation and external partners.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite and in-depth experience with CRM databases.
• Previous experience working in the not-for-profit sector is desirable.

Why Choose Barnardos?

• Join a respected NGO with over 55 years of impact in child welfare and advocacy.
• Access ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy family-friendly policies, including flexible work arrangements where possible.
• Benefit from discounted childcare at Barnardos Early Learning centres.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Supportive team environment.

About the role

The role supports our Child and Family Services team to develop new services through contracting and tendering. You will collaborate with the wider Business Development team to develop new and more effective ways of supporting contract delivery. You will also maintain a reliable system for oversight of national and regional contracts, ensuring ease of access to information and accuracy of reporting.

Our ideal candidate will be passionate and detail oriented. You will be essential in the management of contracts and agreements while ensuring compliance. You will also have the ability to develop innovative systems and processes that will streamline current and future projects.

This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours a week), based in our Auckland or Wellington office.

Responsibilities

• Business Development - use a project management approach to acquire new contracts.
• Engage with key stakeholders using systems and processes to review new opportunities.
• Support the wider Business Development team in identifying innovative and efficient approaches to enhance contract delivery.
• Advise and support the tendering process.
• Support projects to ensure deliverables are achieved.
• Identify risks, develop risk mitigation strategies and implement contingency plans.
• Process and Systems Improvement - develop, maintain and improve central contracts system.
• Monitor and identify opportunities for future funding.
• Strengthen contractual relationships between Barnardos and contract developers and/or providers.

Skills and experience

• Relevant tertiary business/ project management qualification.
• 3 – 5 years previous experience creating systems and processes.
• Knowledge of procurement and contracting processes.
• Demonstrate strong relationship management skills and ability to work well with others across the organisation and external partners.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite and in-depth experience with CRM databases.
• Previous experience working in the not-for-profit sector is desirable.

Why Choose Barnardos?

• Join a respected NGO with over 55 years of impact in child welfare and advocacy.
• Access ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy family-friendly policies, including flexible work arrangements where possible.
• Benefit from discounted childcare at Barnardos Early Learning centres.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Supportive team environment.

Embody Our Values

• Kotahitanga (unity): Cultivate a sense of belonging through meaningful relationships with rangatahi, colleagues, and the wider community
• Mahi tōtika (excellence): Demonstrate unwavering integrity and purpose in all aspects of your work, striving for the highest standards of care
• Kaikōkiritanga (innovation): Drive positive change with creativity, constantly seeking new and effective ways to support rangatahi
• Āta whakarongo (active listening): Let rangatahi voices shape your approach, ensuring their perspectives are central to decision‑making
• Māiatanga (empowerment): Nurture growth and unlock potential in both rangatahi and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development

About Barnardos Aotearoa

Barnardos Aotearoa is a children’scharityworking withtamarikiand whānau to ensure every child in Aotearoahas the opportunity tothrive, no matter their circumstances. Our unique combination of social services, early learning, careservicesand counselling helplineprovidesthe broadest range of childandwhānau-centred services inAotearoa.

Each year, we work with more than 30,000tamariki,rangatahiand whānau across the country.