Programme Coordinator, Technology & Data at Government Communications Security Bureau, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of national security, providing essential intelligence to the NZ government to protect New Zealand and its people.

Mō te tūranga mahi – about the role

We have a fixed‑term opportunity for a Programme Coordinator to join our Technology & Data team. In this role, you will bring your experience to help deliver the outcomes on complex programmes that will shape the future of our organisation. Working side‑by‑side with Project Managers and Delivery Leads, you will help keep things on track, to budget, and within scope. Your knack for strong organisation, proactive communication and attention to detail will ensure that strategic ideas are turned into tangible, real‑world results.

What you will be doing:

• Coordinate and run project meetings, workshops and stakeholder events to keep teams aligned and informed.
• Keep all project artefacts up‑to‑date – schedules, risk registers, action logs and documentation repositories.
• Produce and circulate regular status reports, dashboards and performance metrics for senior leadership.
• Support Project Managers and Delivery Leads in tracking milestones, budgets and resource allocations.
• Spot potential issues early and help the team put corrective actions in place quickly.
• Build and nurture strong relationships across the Technology & Data Directorate and with external partners to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Continuously look for ways to improve coordination processes and tools, championing a culture of efficiency and excellence.

Ko wai koe – about you

You’re a proactive, detail‑focused coordinator with demonstrable experience rolling up your sleeves alongside Programme and Project Managers on technology projects. You will bring along your project‑administration know‑how, clear‑cut communication skills and a calm, confident ability to thrive when the pressure is on.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Hands‑on experience – supporting technology projects, keeping plans, budgets and artefacts (status reports, risk registers) up‑to‑date.
• Methodology savvy – Working knowledge of PRINCE2 and Agile (formal qualification a bonus).
• Tech‑tool proficiency – Advanced MS Office skills and fluency with information‑management / communication platforms.
• Self‑starter attitude – Innovative, able to work independently and build productive relationships across the wider team.
• Organisational excellence – Strong workload‑management, sound judgment and a reputation for integrity and ethics.
• Communication chops – Clear, concise written and oral communication; comfortable meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
• Education – Tertiary qualification in business administration (or equivalent experience); additional project‑delivery or technology certifications are a plus.

If you thrive in a fast‑moving environment, love turning plans into measurable outcomes, and are eager to support cutting‑edge technology initiatives, we want you on our team!

The expected appointing range for this position is: $87,048 - $92,851.

Why work for us

Alongside getting to work with other talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include:

• Medical Insurance and Vision Care packages
• Enhanced employer contributions to your Kiwisaver
• Generous Leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave
• Childcare allowance for your preschoolers
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community

Before you apply

Working within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.

You must:

• Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 years

OR

Hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years

• Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance
  • Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.
    
    

Still unsure? Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

We'll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out our Myth Busting booklet: What to expect | Beyond Ordinary Careers

You can also learn more about our work and understand our areas of focus by reading New Zealand's Security Threat Environment | New Zealand Security Intelligence Service