Project Coordinator

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

Join a public sector team at the centre of the annual Government Budget process, supporting significant investment decisions across Aotearoa New Zealand.

This permanent, full-time Wellington-based opportunity offers broad exposure to government decision-making, senior stakeholders and high-profile work across the public sector.

He aha koe e whiwhi ai? | What’s in it for you?

Join an experienced, collaborative team working on one of Government's most important annual processes.

Salary: $75,815–$91,347 + KiwiSaver

Permanent, full-time position based in Wellington

Flexible working arrangements

High-profile work with exposure to Ministers' offices and Treasury

Learning, development and mentoring opportunities

Option to purchase additional leave

Wellness initiatives and employee network groups

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role

You'll play a central role in keeping the annual Budget process organised, on track and running smoothly.

Working across multiple teams and stakeholders, you'll coordinate meetings, governance papers, deadlines and key deliverables, ensuring information gets to the right people at the right time.

This is a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where your organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to keep things moving will make a real difference.

Ngā kawenga | Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple Budget workstreams, activities and deadlines.
• Track milestones, actions, risks and issues to ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare and distribute governance papers, agendas and meeting packs.
• Organise meetings, record minutes and follow up on actions.
• Coordinate information requests and responses across business groups.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and reporting.
• Support communications with senior officials and government stakeholders.
• Identify and escalate issues to keep processes progressing.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills & Experience

Strong administration or project coordination experience within a government department.

Understanding of government processes, governance requirements and formal documentation.

Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.

Confident communication and relationship management skills across diverse stakeholders.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic records management; CFISnet familiarity advantageous.

Government Budget process knowledge highly desirable but not essential. Project or programme management experience is also desirable.

You'll bring a proactive, collaborative approach, remain calm under pressure and enjoy working in a busy team environment. Familiarity with public sector responsibilities and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi is important.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

If you're an organised, capable coordinator looking to contribute to a high-profile government process, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today and we'll keep you updated on progress.

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