Project Leader

3 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role**

As a Project Leader you will provide operational input into the smooth running of electoral events General Elections, by-elections and national referenda.** **Your role is vital in enabling the Commission to deliver high-quality, compliant, and efficient electoral events that meet national standards. You will contribute to the Electoral Commission's vision of a healthy democracy by contributing to the long term strategic direction of the Commission.

This is a Grade 15 role with a salary band of $75,377 - $83,752

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Contribute to the continuous improvement of services to voters by designing and implementing solutions that are fit for purpose.
- Undertake and contribute to projects and tasks from concept through to completion
- Identify issues and help determine business needs and requirements.
- Design, develop, test and implement solutions, ensuring all statutory and administrative requirements are considered.
- Support and monitor the delivery of voting services to New Zealanders.

**Mōhou ake | About you**

You have a can do attitude and experience in the project management space. You are a passionate and dedicated person who can actively engage with a wide group of internal stakeholders to seek input into documentation and processes. You are collaborative, culturally aware, and can easily build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

- Experience in leading either whole or major components of small/medium scale operational delivery projects, preferably within the public sector
- Demonstrated ability to identify and articulate issues or opportunities, and design appropriate solutions
- Experience in developing and implementing practical business solutions
- Demonstrated communication and liaison skills with proven ability in relationship management
- Experience in using, and a demonstrated understanding of, recognised business tools, processes and systems.

**Why join the Electoral Commission?**

At the Electoral Commission, we are committed to delivering high-quality electoral services with a focus on inclusivity, diversity, and cultural competency. By joining us, you will contribute to the future of democracy in Aotearoa and work within a dynamic, supportive environment that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

**Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri | About the Electoral Commission**

We are an independent Crown entity responsible for conducting parliamentary elections and referenda, promoting democratic processes, and ensuring that every eligible New Zealander can enrol and vote with ease. Our mission is to foster trust and participation in Aotearoa's elections.

**What's next?**

Applications close at 5pm on [insert date].
You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.



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