Project Coordinator

Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora; Wellington; On-site; NZD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Aho o Te Kahu, the Cancer Control Agency, is seeking a Project Coordinator to provide high-quality coordination and administrative support to the Central Regional Hub and related agency programmes. You will help keep projects on track, manage key activities, and ensure outcomes are delivered in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes proactive organisation, strong communication with diverse stakeholders, and a commitment to equity and Treaty principles.

Qualifications

• Strong project coordination and administrative experience, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse groups.
• Advanced organisation skills with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office and ability to work with data, reporting and documentation for informed decisions.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to equity and positive community outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects and delivery activities by supporting planning, reporting, risk management, budgeting and governance processes.
• Provide high-quality administrative support, information management, travel coordination and secretariat services.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across the Agency and partners to support project outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing project management practices and systems.

Skills

Project coordination

Relationship building

Organisation & time management

MS Office & data handling

Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Tools

Budget monitoring

Job description

• Wellington based | Full-time
• Fixed term until 30 June 2027
• Midpoint of $ 73,520 dependant on experience

Ko tōu ake mahi - What you’ll do

Are you an organised, proactive professional who enjoys bringing people, projects and ideas together? This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role supporting initiatives that make a real difference across New Zealand’s health sector.

As a Project Coordinator with Te Aho o Te Kahu | Cancer Control Agency, you will provide high-quality project coordination and administrative support to the Central Regional Hub team, as well as a range of Agency projects and work programmes. Working alongside experienced leaders and stakeholders, you’ll help keep projects on track, coordinate key activities, and ensure high-quality outcomes are delivered.No two days will be the same, with a mix of project coordination, stakeholder engagement, relationship management and operational support in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where your contribution will have a meaningful impact.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate projects and delivery activities by supporting planning, reporting, risk management, budgeting and project governance processes.
• Keep operations running smoothly through high-quality administrative support, information management, budget monitoring, travel coordination and secretariat services.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across the Agency, Ministry, health sector, government and external partners to support successful project outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing project management practices, improving systems and processes, and contributing to a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you’ll bring

• Strong project coordination and administrative experience, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to work across diverse groups.
• Advanced organisation skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to use initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and working with data, reporting and documentation to support informed decision-making.
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to working in a way that supports equity, inclusion and positive outcomes for all communities.

Ko wai mātou - About us

Te Aho o Te Kahu, the Cancer Control Agency, provides national leadership for and oversight of cancer control.

Te Aho o Te Kahu takes a whole-of-system focus on preventing and managing cancer and oversees system-wide prioritisation and coordination of cancer care in New Zealand. It is accountable for ensuring transparency of progress towards the goals and outcomes in the National Cancer Action Plan. Te Aho o Te Kahu is equity-led, knowledge-driven, person/whānau-centred and outcomes focused.

We offer a supportive environment for you to grow on both at personal and professional level. We care about your wellbeing and offer a flexible working environment to promote a healthy work/life balance.

Join Te Aho o Te Kahu - Ngā tūranga e wātea ana

Working at Te Aho o Te Kahu is inspiring, meaningful and rewarding. The Agency provides an incredible opportunity to work alongside other passionate individuals in leading efforts to drive the changes required to improve cancer outcomes for all New Zealanders.

Ngā uaratanga - Our Agency Values:

• Our Vision Tō Tātou Whāinga
• Fewer cancers Kia whakaiti iho te mate pukupuku
• Better survival Kia runga noa ake te mataora
• Equity for all Kia taurite ngā huanga

We are equity led, whānau centred, knowledge driven and outcomes focused. For more information see our website https://teaho.govt.nz/

All candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application via email. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check.

We are reviewing applications as they come in and interviews may take place during the advertising period. Please note if we receive a high number of applications this job may close prior to the closing date.

Applications close midnight Tuesday 8th September 2026.

We value diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us. Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.