Portfolio Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Science New Zealand Full time

Portfolio Coordinator, Climate Change Adaptation & Mitigation Portfolio


We are looking for an enthusiastic multitasker who is skilled in providing efficient and effective project administration and business process support.


About the opportunity

The purpose of this role is to drive effective business process systems to support project delivery and ensure the portfolio delivers quality outputs for clients and end-users and contributes to Manaaki Whenua's ability to meet its key performance indicators.

In this role you would implement and promote efficient and effective best practice for managing the portfolio's research projects by working with the Portfolio Leader, Research Priority Area Leaders, Project Leaders, Legal Services, Finance teams, and Strategy Support team to provide:

- expert knowledge of Manaaki Whenua's standard business processes
- contract development, review, and administration
- customer, stakeholder, collaborator, and end-user relationship management through oversight of processes to ensure quality and timeliness of communication in relation to contract delivery
- risk mitigation, through monitoring portfolio projects and early reporting on potential risks of late delivery to the Portfolio Leader
- support for project leaders in using sound project delivery practices, as per Manaaki Whenua's agreed standards
- coordination of bid development, portfolio reporting, and business record management, as part of wider Research Office initiatives
- a check of portfolio plans and reviews, and research bid documents to ensure they meet key criteria.


The Portfolio Coordinator's contribution is pivotal in enabling the Portfolio Leader to focus on science leadership and strategy, while executing accountability for the management and delivery of the portfolio's research outputs.


This position is a one-year Fixed term, part time (30 hours per week), reports to the Business Support Team Leader, and can be based at either our Hamilton or Lincoln sites.

About you


You will have a recognised tertiary qualification and experience in administration (within a science research environment preferred), or significant experience in business administration or project delivery coordination.

You will also have
- strong interpersonal relationship skills
- excellent organisational skills with a proven ability in forward planning, priority setting, problem solving, and meeting deadlines under pressure
- excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Manaaki Whenua
Our land, our future - this is the essence of why Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research exists.

At Manaaki Whenua we undertake research that focuses on preserving New Zealand's rich biodiversity, improving biosecurity, and protecting the health of the land, fresh water and soil resources we need for a prosperous future.

We recognise the importance of partnerships, the special role of Māori, and the need to ensure that all New Zealanders have the knowledge, understanding, and tools to truly live in harmony with our precious environment.

We are recognised nationally and internationally for the quality of our research and work with a wide range of organisations within New Zealand and globally.


Manaaki Whenua embraces diversity and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.


What we offer


As an employee of Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, you will work with passionate and talented people in a caring and family friendly environment; enjoy good staff benefits and the opportunity for personal growth and career development.


How to apply
Job Details

  • Crown research institute
Manaaki Whenua- Reference #
Posted on
24 May 2023- Closes on

05 Jun :55- Location(s)

Hamilton, Christchurch- Expertise
Administrative Services, Business Management & Support, Analysis & Impact Evaluation- Job level(s)
Experienced- Work type(s)
Fixed term- More details (document)
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