Project Coordinator at NZ Ministry of Education, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Permanent - Fulltime
• Great opportunity for a Project Coordinator who is looking for a new challenge in Property and construction projects
• Salary band: $59,001- $72,112. Appointments will be based on skills, experience and relativity

He mea tārai e mātou te mātauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai ōna huanga

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our ākonga in our education system.

Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown. We are committed to having Te Tiriti o Waitangi at the forefront of our work for and with Māori students, their whānau, hapū and iwi. 

Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role

You will be part of a collaborative team providing day to day operational, financial and administrative support across the Capital Works delivery team who are spread across the central North Island. This includes the coordination and analysis of data, ensuring its quality and key deadlines are met. The role is supporting a Auckland based professional property delivery team who are managing the delivery of multiple Capital works projects

For more information on this position, please read through the attached Job Description

Salary range: $59,001 - $72,112 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

We also offer:

• Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported
• The ability to purchase extra days leave
• A range of employee network groups
• An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey
• Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments
• Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing

Mōhou ake | About you 

You will be someone who is both great with people and time management. A positive and can do attitude is a must. As this is an autonomous role the skill to encourage people to contribute in a timely manner will be key to your ability to meet regular and ad hoc deadlines. Your flair for organisation sees you keeping dependable records of progress, approvals and other relevant documentation.

Your desire to contribute to business improvements, combined with your initiative, will also see you take collaborative action to improve reporting processes as necessary. 

You will also demonstrate: 

• Previous experience providing administrative/ coordination support to a busy team
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines effectively
• Advanced skills and knowledge of the Microsoft Suite.
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• A track record of working effectively in a virtual team as a self-directed and proactive team player

Mātau rōpū ake | About our ministry, group, and team

At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whanau. To better deliver on this, we are currently undergoing an organisational design change. The transition phase to improve the way we deliver our purpose will be complete in 2023.

For additional information on the changes we are embarking on, please visit here.

Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi? | Are you ready to make a difference?

We are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve, and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, orientations, and identities.

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and CV by using the ‘apply' button below. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, your whakapapa or anything you'd like to share about your cultural identity. We're keen to know your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

You are also welcome to reach out to Daz Gagau, Recruitment Advisor for more information at hangangamatihiko.recruitment@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight - Wednesday 8 February.

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.