Manager Property and Procurement at Electoral Commission, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Key Selling points

• Strategic Leadership Role - People, Processes and Systems
• New role within the Enterprise Services group 
• Supportive culture with a focus on work life balance

Job Summary 

A fantastic opportunity for a forward-looking experienced procurement and property manager to be part of the Electoral Commission's Enterprise Services leadership group.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | about the role

As a member of the Enterprise Services Leadership team, reporting to the DCE this role will provide strategic leadership, influence and advice across the Electoral Commission. This is a new role for the Commission following a change in our Enterprise Services group and it is a chance for the right person to shape this small but critical team for the Commission. As part of our electoral events, we increase our property portfolio from around 10 permanent premises to around 60 premises along with key procurement activities with IT providers, post, and paper and printing contracts. 

This role provides advice, coordination and management of procurement across the Commission. As a professional with self-drive, you will demonstrate sound experience within a procurement environment including procurement best practice and familiar with achieving public value as a key success driver. You will possess sound business acumen and ideally you are experienced with influencing and building relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. 

Mōhou ake | About you

 To excel in this role, you will bring:

• The ability to plan, lead and deliver procurement activities for a range of initiatives
• Highly effective communication skills with a strong track record of managing the expectations of internal and external stakeholders and suppliers
• Comfort working across the breadth of the procurement skill set
• Confidence in using a consultative approach in the development and executive of commercial strategies. 

About the Electoral Commission | Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri

The Electoral Commission wants every New Zealander to trust, value and take part in parliamentary elections.

Here's your chance to contribute to New Zealand's democracy as part of a small team of electoral experts who design, build and implement processes and systems for Parliamentary elections and referenda.  It's an exciting and varied role within a team which is committed, supportive and hands-on.

Why join the Electoral Commission?

The Commission is building an inclusive strength focussed culture where diversity is encouraged and valued and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, orientations and identities.  We want to provide a flexible working environment where everyone feels valued and supported.  We are happy to discuss what works for you. You will join a team who are here for the right reasons, and we are passionate about what we do.

What's next? | He aha e whai ake nei

To apply, please click "Apply now!" and submit a tailored CV and cover letter outlining your reasons for joining the Commission, highlighting relevant skills and experience.

Applications close at 5pm, Friday 10 February 2023

You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand.

If you have any questions regarding the role please contact recruitment@elections.govt.nz.

All new employees are encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. You may disclose your vaccination status to your manager on a voluntary basis.