Portfolio Coordinator at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Wellington (Te Whanganui a Tara)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Supportive, flexible and collaborative team environment
• Career growth and opportunities to learn from portfolio management professionals
• Exposure to large multiyear, infrastructure capital programmes

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The Asset Management team delivers a wide range of infrastructure projects through our Capital Plan. We are looking for a Portfolio Coordinator to support our Portfolio Management Office by ensuring portfolio processes and controls are effectively managed. This role involves maintaining documentation, coordinating reporting for governance groups, and supporting programme boards. You will also assist in maintaining the portfolio framework and strategy while facilitating workshops, meetings, and other portfolio-related activities.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop skills in portfolio management within a large government organisation, working closely with experienced professionals to support the delivery of critical infrastructure projects.

Mōu | About you

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Strong communication, problem-solving, and time management skills are key, along with the ability to build rapport and effectively engage with others. Ideally, you will have:

• Experience in a portfolio, programme, or project environment (preferred but not essential).
• Strong administrative and analytical skills in a corporate or public sector setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and experience with P3 tools like Sentient (or similar) is beneficial.

Ngā painga | The benefits

The midpoint of the salary range is $89,225 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $75,842 - $107,070 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mō mātou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close: 11pm, Sunday 6th September

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.