Election 2026 Programme Coordinator (Fixed-Term)

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) in New Zealand seeks Coordinators for the Election 2026 Programme Team on a fixed-term basis through to February 2027. The role supports recruitment and programme delivery, coordinating communications, meetings and interviews, and maintaining records.

Wellington-based candidates only. Applicants should be organised, adaptable and customer-focused, with experience in administration or recruitment support, strong communication skills and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, coordination, customer service, project support or recruitment support.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and other business systems.
• Strong relationship management skills and a commitment to providing excellent service.
• Sound judgement and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Experience supporting recruitment, programmes, HR activities or government operations would be beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communications, meetings and interviews across the team.
• Maintain records and documentation for recruitment processes.
• Assist with planning and operational readiness for election activities.
• Engage with stakeholders to support timely programme delivery.

Skills

Administration experience

Coordination

Customer service

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Relationship management

Judgement and confidentiality

Recruitment/government support

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) in New Zealand seeks Coordinators for the Election 2026 Programme Team on a fixed-term basis through to February 2027. The role supports recruitment and programme delivery, coordinating communications, meetings and interviews, and maintaining records.

Wellington-based candidates only. Applicants should be organised, adaptable and customer-focused, with experience in administration or recruitment support, strong communication skills and proficiency with