Strategic Projects Manager

University of Auckland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 96,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Auckland seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead faculty-level strategic projects. The role involves reporting to the Senior Leadership Team, managing operational projects, and supporting the implementation of strategic initiatives, with a focus on data-driven management and effective relationship building.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic planning with analytics.
• Demonstrable track record in complex organizations.
• Understanding of project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage faculty level strategic projects.
• Provide performance reporting to Senior Leadership Team.
• Focus on operational management of internal projects.

Skills

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Analytical Skills

Relationship Development

Technical Knowledge of Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree or relevant tertiary qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project Management Tools

Job description

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science at the University of Auckland is the leading science faculty in New Zealand and one of the largest in Australasia. It undertakes world-class research across the physical, biological and computational sciences. More than 18,000 students' study in our 10 schools and departments, learning from internationally renowned lecturers. Our staff and students can connect with our flagship Tuākana, Women in Science, Parenting and Rainbow networks, and our Waipapa Marae.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to undertake a Faculty leadership role in initiating, developing and delivery of faculty level strategic projects.

Provide the Faculty Senior Leadership Team with reporting, analysis, performance and milestone achievements on all faculty level projects. Your attention will be focused on the operational management of significant internal projects backed up by data and enhanced by effective relationship development.

This is a pivotal time for the Strategic Project Manager to support Faculty Leadership implement Taumata Teitei. Taumata Teitei identifies our purpose as “recognising globally transformative impacts through our distinctive strengths in world-leading research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative partnerships inspired by our unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific” consistent with our Te Ao Māori principles of Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga and Kaitiakitanga.

This is a full-time, permanent (37.5 hours per week) opportunity.

Salary range is between $96,800 - $113,840 based on experience and qualifications.

For a detailed overview of the role, please refer to the Position Description

He kōrero mōu | About you

To thrive in this position, you will need experience with strategic planning which has involved the use of detailed analytics as well as project delivery in a complex environment. You will also need experience and a demonstratable track record of navigating and making progress in complex organisations and/or the tertiary sector.

To be considered for this role you must have a Bachelor’s degree or relevant tertiary qualifications. A Post-graduate research degree would be positively viewed but is not essential. You will be able to demonstrate specific successes and a deep understanding of processes, and the actions needed to implement effective programmes.

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

You will need technical knowledge and advanced understanding of the Microsoft suite of programmes especially Excel as well as experience with project management tools. A working understanding of the University’s change management, business case, risk management, benefits realisation and project management methodologies would be advantages.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 16th July 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Vandana Minhas-Taneja, Director of Faculty Operations via [e-mail] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

• We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found**
  
  
  

For further support on applying and how to write your cover letter or create a CV please see the staff intranet site detailing how to apply for internal roles.

Additional Information

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