The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
 
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
 
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
 
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.

 Programme Manager, Maori, Partnerships and Programmes

• Join a rewarding workplace environment
• Get involved with exciting programmes and projects
• Wellington based, permanent full-time opportunity

Are you passionate about the delivery of effective plans that result in better outcomes for New Zealanders?

 About this role 

The Partnerships and Programmes team focuses on building strong and resilient communities using a range of prevention and community development approaches which lead to sustainable and long term outcomes for whānau, communities and whole of populations.
Reporting to the General Manager Maori, Partnerships and Programmes, as the Programme Manager you will lead, manage and deliver the service and contract management programmes and projects.
You will ensure that the delivery of project outputs meets programme requirements, and is to the appropriate quality, on time and within budget.
You will provide day-to-day management of direct reports and ensure your team have the appropriate skills, knowledge and experience to deliver the work programme and implement appropriate professional development strategies to enhance staff capability. 

Skills and experience 

To be considered for this role you will have:

• At least five years' experience at management level preferably in the public sector.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven project management experience. PRINCE2 and MSP accreditation with demonstrated use of recognised project and programme methodology.
• Strong stakeholder management experience and excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Proven decision-making experience and leadership demonstrated in co-ordinating and integrating projects. 
• Demonstrated ability to understand financial data and information.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead and deliver on pieces of work that really make a difference