Program Coordinator

Randstad Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Group in Auckland is seeking an experienced Programme Coordinator for a 12-month contract to support a major migration project. You will provide administrative and operational support to the Programme Manager and Workstream Leads, manage activity scheduling, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure consistent programme execution.

The role requires strong governance, stakeholder management, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic, professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Project management certifications (PMP/PRINCE2) are highly desirable.
• Experience managing large, complex programmes and PMO governance.

Responsibilities

• Programme governance and planning: establish timelines and track milestones.
• Stakeholder engagement: coordinate meetings and capture minutes for steering committees.
• Risk and financial management: assist budgeting and track project finances.
• Reporting: prepare status reports and dashboards for leadership.
• Quality assurance: monitor deliverables and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Programme Coordinator

Project Management

Migration

PMO

Governance

Contractor

Education

Bachelor Degree

Tools

MS Office

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Program Coordinator - 12 Months Contract - Hybrid - Auckland

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Programme Coordinator for a contract role based in Auckland to support strategic projects within a leading professional services firm. In this role, you will provide critical administrative and operational support to the Programme Manager and Workstream Leads on a large-scale migration project. You will take ownership of key activity scheduling, coordinate cross-functional teams, and exercise sound judgment to navigate complex organisational structures and ensure consistent programme execution.

Key Duties

• Programme Governance & Planning: Establish governance frameworks, develop detailed timelines, and track progress against milestones.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a central point of contact, facilitating clear communication, scheduling meetings, and taking minutes for steering committees.
• Risk & Financial Management: Proactively identify, assess, and escalation risks, while assisting with programme budgeting and financial tracking.
• Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive status reports, dashboards, and supporting documentation for senior leadership and governance forums.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor quality standards, ensure deliverables meet expectations, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience Required

• Core Experience: Experience working on projects, with significant exposure to large and complex programmes.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field. Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in the MS Office Suite and collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint, with proven experience producing high-quality presentations.
• Professional Background: Previous experience working within large professional services firms is highly preferred.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional stakeholder management, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Please Note:

We are unfortunately unable to offer work visa sponsorship for this position, for overseas applicants. To be considered, you must currently reside in New Zealand and hold valid working rights.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

experience

10 years

skills

Programme Coordinator, Project Management, Migration, PMO, Governance, Risk Management, Contractor

qualifications

• Bachelor Degree

education

Bachelor Degree