Senior Portfolio Analyst

2 weeks ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Mō te tūnga | About the role
This is one of five roles advertised for the Portfolio Management Office. A fantastic opportunity to help re-shape the team, contributing to our interesting, vibrant and high performing team culture.

A key member of the Portfolio Management Office, the Senior Portfolio Analyst is accountable for receiving, reviewing, collating, and analysing the data associated with the programmes and projects within Defence Estate and Infrastructure (DEI).

This role leads the making process of monthly reporting across the portfolio, assuring the quality and integrity of the information provided to key stakeholders.


Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing regular portfolio reports to supported NZDF governance boards, including analysis on performance, themes and trends, outlining potential options and decisions.
  • Ensuring that Portfolio Management Office advice is consistent, effective, practical and in line with NZDF Orders and Instructions.
  • Being the Point of Contact for all enquiries relating to information for the DEI Portfolio Management Office.
  • Managing reporting deadlines to ensure that information is disseminated accurately and on time.
  • Managing the development and maintenance of the portfolio level dependency, decision, resource, lessons learned, and stakeholder engagement registers.
  • Coaching, advising and sharing knowledge within the DEI Portfolio Management Office, DEI Programme Management Office and wider NZDF.
This role is based in Wellington CBD.

Once you have undergone training and are up to speed, there is the option of working from home one-two days a week.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

You will be experienced in Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) with working knowledge of the disciplines that P3M is built upon (Governance, Benefits, Risks, Dependencies, etc.).

This role requires the ability to build, maintain, and influence relationships across all levels of the organisation and the ability to remain agile with changing priorities.

Genuine alignment with our core values - Courage, Commitment, Comradeship, and Integrity - will be the building blocks of your success

You will have:

  • Exceptional attention to detail while keeping in mind the 'bigger picture'.
  • Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload efficiently.
  • Highly refined communication skills in both leading and developing a team, as well as excellent stakeholder engagement.
  • Working knowledge of financial analysis and budgeting.
  • The ability to maintain high standards, especially during busy times.
  • Strong technical ability, including experience with MS Office Suite.
Mō mātou | About Us

Defence Estate and Infrastructure develop, maintain and manage land, property, and infrastructure assets in order to support NZDF military capabilities and all of government outcomes.

The Defence estate comprises over 80,000ha of land with infrastructure and buildings, with a replacement value of some $2.8bn.

The Portfolio Management Office (PfMO) is responsible for leading the integration of the portfolio, programme, and project management - P3M - capability across Estate and Infrastructure.

The PfMO adds value by focusing decisions on the things that matter most to the organisation and governance boards in order to support the achievement of NZDF outcomes.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand.

As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

  • Great benefits for you and your family.
  • 5 weeks annual leave per year.
  • Fully funded life cover up to $300,000.
  • Great opportunities for career development.
  • Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment, and service providers.
  • Variety, challenge, and a chance to influence.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

  • Applicants will be required to undergo a preemployment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
Applications close on Monday 12 February 2024.

Please note:

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for.

The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Higher level Security Clearance
- most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in this country for the last 10 years, OR
- is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously

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