Programme Coordinator - FTSU

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Wellbeing focus

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children seeks an experienced Programme Coordinator to support the Frontline Technology Systems Upgrade Programme. You will work with Programme Managers and the PMO to drive planning, governance, and delivery across a dedicated work package.

This embedded role is not purely administrative; you will help manage risks, maintain plans, and prepare governance papers, while building relationships with senior leaders across the organisation.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in a Programme Coordinator, PMO or similar role.
• Experience supporting complex programmes or multi-workstream projects.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience maintaining programme plans, RAID logs, dashboards and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Drive planning, governance, reporting and delivery activities across a dedicated work package.
• Support Programme Managers and senior leaders with governance and decision-making.
• Act as a key link between business teams, delivery partners and programme leadership.
• Assist in risk management and delivery outcomes within the programme work package.

Skills

Programme coordination

PMO experience

Stakeholder management

Governance support

Jira familiarity

Microsoft Office

Tools

Atlassian Jira

Microsoft Office

Job description

Programme Coordinator for Frontline Technology Systems Upgrade Programme. Critical role supporting Programme Managers and PMO Manager. Fixed Term until November 2027.

About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values: We put Tamariki first We believe Aroha is vital We respect the Mana of people We are Tika and Pono We value Whakapapa We recognise that Oranga is a journeyWe are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Programme Coordinator to support the Frontline Technology Systems Upgrade Programme.

Join a high-performing Programme Management Office and help deliver one of the organisation's most significant transformation programmes. As an embedded Programme Coordinator, you'll work alongside Programme Managers and senior leaders, driving planning, governance, reporting and delivery activities across a dedicated work package. This role offers exceptional exposure to large-scale programme delivery, complex stakeholder environments and career development opportunities within programme and project management.

This is not a purely administrative position. You will be a trusted delivery support partner embedded within a programme work package, helping drive planning, reporting, governance, risk management and delivery outcomes alongside Delivery Managers, Programme Managers and senior leaders. The role will act as a key link between business teams, delivery partners and programme leadership, ensuring information flows effectively and interdependencies are understood and managed.

Ideal for professionals looking to progress into Project Manager and Programme Advisory roles in the future.

This role is based in our Wellington office with flexible WFH options.

What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• At least five years' experience in a Programme Coordinator, PMO or similar programme support role.
• Experience supporting complex programmes, transformation initiatives or multi-workstream projects.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain attention to detail.
• Experience maintaining programme plans, RAID logs, action registers, dashboards and programme reporting.
• Experience supporting governance groups and coordinating papers, agendas, minutes and actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across a range of stakeholders.
• Confidence working with senior leaders and supporting governance decision‑making processes.
• A proactive and self‑managing approach, with the ability to identify issues early and help drive practical solutions.
• Resilience, adaptability and the ability to show initiative in a fast‑paced and evolving programme environment.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills are a must, and Atlassian Jira is highly desirable.
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to working in culturally responsive ways, including an appreciation of tikanga Māori and Pacific perspectives.

What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $90,429 and $100,019 dependant on experience.

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.

We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.

This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/.

Applications for this role closes at midnight on 15th October 2026.