Learning Programme Coordinator at Ministry for Primary Industries, Wellington City

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Job title: Learning Programme Coordinator

Role type: Fixed term to June 2027, Part-time (20 hours per week)

Location: Wellington City

Salary band & range: F $77,992 - $90,999 pro rata depending on skills and experience

 

About the Role - Kōrero mō te Tūranga

We're looking for a Learning Programme Coordinator to join MPI's Learning & Development team. This is a varied and people-focused role where you'll help deliver learning programmes that support capability development across the organisation. You'll be a key point of contact for learners, support virtual and in-person learning experiences, and help ensure training runs smoothly from start to finish. This role is part-time, working 20 hours per week, and includes Friday as a required working day.

 

Whether you're coordinating logistics, supporting learning programmes, or helping facilitators deliver engaging virtual sessions, you'll play an important role in creating positive learning experiences for people across MPI. An event planning, administration, or coordination background could be a great fit for this role.

 

You'll show your skills to:

• Coordinate learning programmes and course logistics
• Support virtual learning sessions as a producer
• Manage learner communications and enquiries
• Assist delivery of learning programmes
• Work closely with facilitators and the wider L&D team
• Help create engaging learning experiences across MPI

 

You will occasionally support residential programmes which may include rare overnight stays with accommodation provided.

 

About You - Mōu

You're an organised and approachable coordinator who enjoys working with people and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly. You thrive in a busy environment with changing priorities, bring a calm and proactive approach to your work, and enjoy finding practical solutions when faced with ambiguity. You'll be a collaborative team member who enjoys variety, supports colleagues, and contributes to a positive team culture.

 

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Strong relationship and communication skills
• Digital confidence across systems and virtual learning tools
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities at once
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Shows initiative and takes ownership to get things done
• Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering a great learner experience

 

You must have a current full New Zealand driver licence (not temporary, learner, or provisional) or equivalent full foreign drivers licence, and any endorsements required for the type of driving you'll be doing.

 

About the Team - Mō tō mātou Rōpū

 

You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team that is passionate about delivering great learning experiences across MPI. We value continuous improvement, teamwork, and service excellence, while creating an environment where people feel trusted, supported, and empowered to do their best work. The team works closely together to achieve shared goals and takes pride in the positive impact our mahi has across the organisation.

 

We're a fun, friendly, and highly engaged team that genuinely enjoys working together. Whether it's sharing stories, supporting one another through busy periods, joining social activities, or celebrating successes, we foster a culture where people feel valued, included, and connected. You'll be joining a team that cares about each other as much as the work we do.

 

About MPI - Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.

 

Benefits of working at MPI - Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua

• Additional MPI leave days
• Career development and internal opportunities across the branch and organisation
• Annual Wellness payment

 

Are you ready to make a difference? - Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake?
We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.

 

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatū Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.

 

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.

 

To view the position description and/or apply online, please click “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

 

Applications close at 11.59pm Wednesday 14 October 2026

 

If you have any questions about the role, please email Sophie.Hallett@mpi.govt.nz 

 

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