P&C Coordinator - People Services

Te Tūāpapa Kura Kāinga – Ministry of Housing and Urban Development NZ; Wellington; On-site; NZD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT) in Wellington seeks a People & Capability Coordinator to support across MCERT, delivering positive people experiences while collaborating across teams. This fast‑paced role requires flexibility, strong organisation skills and a genuine commitment to supporting staff.

The position is fixed term until 26 February 2027 and based in Wellington, with an emphasis on coordination, stakeholder engagement and effective people services.

Qualifications

• Strong coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
• Proactive, positive, and flexible approach, with the ability to perform well under pressure.
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Confidence building and maintaining effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style.
• Sound organisational and time‑management skills, with a focus on delivering outcomes.
• Ability to quickly learn and develop a strong understanding of organisational systems, processes, and programme.

Skills

Coordination skills

Multi-tasking

Written & verbal communication

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Time-management

Organisational systems knowledge

Job description

About Us

The Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT) takes a long-term view of how New Zealand’s towns, cities and regions grow and change. We work across housing, transport, the environment, urban development, infrastructure and investment, and partner closely with local government.

Job Description

• Fixed Term until 26 February 2027
• Wellington Based

About Us

The Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT) takes a long-term view of how New Zealand’s towns, cities and regions grow and change. We work across housing, transport, the environment, urban development, infrastructure and investment, and partner closely with local government.

We provide joined-up policy and investment advice to government, support effective regulation and market settings, and work with others to help deliver affordable housing, connected communities, well-planned infrastructure, and a healthy, sustainable environment.

About The Role

As a People & Capability Coordinator, you will play a key support role across MCERT. This is a fast‑paced, varied role that requires flexibility, strong organisation skills, and a genuine commitment to delivering positive people experiences while working collaboratively across teams

Skills And Experience

• Strong coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines
• Proactive, positive, and flexible approach, with the ability to perform well under pressure
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
• Confidence building and maintaining effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style
• Sound organisational and time‑management skills, with a focus on delivering outcomes
• Ability to quickly learn and develop a strong understanding of organisational systems, processes, and programme

Salary range

Salary range for this role is $71,060 to $85,910 pa. Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.

Applications close:

Tuesday 8th September 2026

If you require further information about this position please contact [e-mail].

The location for this role is Wellington.

We are committed to equal opportunities and building a diverse, inclusive workplace. We support our people to work in ways that help them do their best. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.

We want our recruitment process to be fair and accessible for everyone. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know or get in touch at [e-mail].

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

Note: for our internal permanent people who are applying for a secondment, you must speak with your Manager before submitting your application.