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Strategic Programmes Manager

3 months ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Mō te tūnga | About the role
The Strategic Programmes Manager is responsible for the programme management and delivery of two specific programmes of work:

  • The Operations Lifecycle Enhancement Programme (OLEP) responsible for implementation of the recommendations of the Report of the Expert Review Group (ERG); and
  • The NZDF Climate Change Response Programme.


These are key strategic initiatives that require effective management, planning and implementation of processes across the NZDF, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and wider all of government agencies.

This is an opportunity to influence strategy and future change at the NZDF.

You will provide high quality Programme and Project Management (P2M), advice and co-ordination to deliver initiatives and outputs that support the objectives of both programmes.

This includes management and co-ordination of all supporting functions, administration and information management and support to the Director Strategic Programmes, the OLEP Ministry of Defence Co-lead the Strategic Programmes Team as a whole, and wider working groups.

You will liaise with other key stakeholders within the NZDF and MoD, and with other government agencies to ensure an integrated and effective approach to the programmes.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

You will be an experienced and capable programme manager with the ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with a wide range of people.

We need you to show us what good programme management looks like. Utilise your strategic thinking skills to make a positive difference to the future of the NZDF.

Ideally, you will have:

  • Sound knowledge and experience of programme and project management, and supporting processes and software tools;
  • Experience in coaching, mentoring and training programme and project staff;
  • Experience and understanding of processes and systems of a complex organisation;
  • Discretion with the ability to operate in an inconfidence and/or secure environment with access to sensitive information;
  • Experience with SharePoint or a similar document management or intranet system; and
  • Proven experience in implementing change management and business improvement.
Mō mātou | About Us
The Defence Strategy Management portfolio drives an integrated, aligned and high performing NZDF to deliver military effect for the security of NZ

This includes:

  • Coordinating the development and implementation of the organisational strategy;
  • Managing Strategic Programmes;
  • Developing the NZDF plan;
  • Reporting on performance against the strategy and plans;
  • Leading best practice in strategic and enterprise risk management;
  • Providing advice to the Chief of Defence Force and other senior leaders on panNZDF issues;
  • Strategic portfolio definition and prioritisation;
  • Governance advice and support for the Board and other governance committees;
  • Driving a culture of continuous improvement;
  • Evaluating future environments in order to inform future force decisions; and
  • Management of Defence Doctrine.


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.
  • Fully funded life cover up to $300,000.
  • Access to holiday accommodation across NZ.
  • 5 weeks annual leave per year.
  • 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 Sunday 30 April 2023.

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 in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK or the USA; and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level.