Programme Manager

3 weeks ago


Wellington, New Zealand Wellington City Council Full time

Are you passionate about leading transformative urban projects that enhance public spaces and reflect our city's rich cultural heritage? Wellington City Council is seeking a Programme Manager to join the City Development Team on a 2 year fixed term contract, to oversee the redevelopment of Frank Kitts Park , an iconic 2-hectare public space located in the heart of Wellington's central waterfront. This high-profile programme is designed to celebrate Wellington's cultural diversity, improve community accessibility, and revitalise one of the city's most cherished parks. As Programme Manager , you'll lead this multi-faceted redevelopment, ensuring that Frank Kitts Park becomes a dynamic waterfront hub for residents and visitors alike. About the Redevelopment: The Frank Kitts Park Redevelopment is a comprehensive city revitalisation initiative that will transform Wellington's waterfront. The redevelopment includes: Designing and constructing the Garden of Beneficence (Chinese Garden) with Wellington's Sister Cities. Reconfiguring park lawns, planting, lighting, furniture, and infrastructure. Coordinating the integration of the Fale Malae within Frank Kitts Park with the Fale Malae Trust. Refurbish park promenade spaces and improve connections to Jervois Quay and Whairepo Lagoon. Incorporating public art and cultural elements that reflect Mana Whenua and community aspirations. This redevelopment is a significant investment in Wellington's future, with a $42 million budget funded through the Long-Term Plan and additional funding in contributions from key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the redevelopment of Frank Kitts Park, managing all phases from concept to completion, including the Chinese Garden and Fale Malae integration. Develop and manage the long-term programme plan, ensuring alignment with Wellington City Council's Investment Delivery Framework. Manage the redevelopment budget over six years, ensuring effective use of resources while delivering a high-quality result. Engage and collaborate with iwi, community groups, Charitable Trust's and stakeholders to ensure cultural values and community needs are central to the redevelopment. This programme also has an element of international relations with Council's international Sister Cities as a key stakeholder. Provide strategic advice and updates to senior leadership and elected member on programmes progress, risks, and emerging opportunities. Ensure the programme adheres to best-practice governance, risk management, and assurance processes . About You: To excel in this role, you will have a strong background in managing complex public space redevelopments, with a focus on cultural, social, and ecological sustainability. You'll be a natural leader with the ability to build partnerships with iwi, community stakeholders, and internal teams. You will also bring: A tertiary qualification in project/programme management or a related discipline (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP). 10+ years' experience in programme/project management, particularly in high-profile public realm developments. Proven experience in managing complex budgets and ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget. Strong commercial acumen , with the ability to balance financial responsibilities and deliver meaningful community outcomes. Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Knowledge of local government processes and an understanding of the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the public sector context. The City Development team: City Development is a dynamic and innovative team that leads strategic growth projects beyond the Council's traditional service provider role. You will be part of a team that thrives on collaboration and delivers impactful urban development outcomes. As Programme Manager for Frank Kitts Park, you will play a key role in shaping Wellington's waterfront into a space that reflects the city's vision for a vibrant, resilient, and sustainable future. Why Wellington City Council: We're Working for Wellington. Wellington City Council's team provides more than 400 services every day for Wellingtonians - everything from parks and pools to consents and cemeteries - playing our part in making Poneke an inclusive, sustainable and creative capital for people to live, work and play. Working for the Council offers youa range of benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities. We are looking to appoint this role for a salary between $134,807 and $158,596 per annum, depending on relevant skills and experience. Apply now : Applications close on 21st October 2024. They must be submitted online, and applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand. We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: #J-18808-Ljbffr


  • Programme Manager

    3 months ago


    Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Utilise your programme management and stakeholder engagement skills in this multi-dimensional programme delivery role Programme Manager responsible for leading, shaping, prioritising and delivering on the strategic Water Infrastructure Programme. Permanant Position supported by the Assest Managment Group that adapts and responds to the Departments...

  • Programme Manager

    2 months ago


    Wellington City, New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand Full time

    Permanent- Salaried Full Time- Wellington, NZ, 6011- Utilise your programme management and stakeholder engagement skills in this multi-dimensional programme delivery role - Programme Manager responsible for leading, shaping, prioritising and delivering a strategic work programme - Fixed term role till end-March 2025, ideally based at Auckland...

  • Programme Manager

    6 months ago


    Wellington City, New Zealand H2R Consulting Full time

    **Location**: Wellington Type: Permanent / Full Time Reference: 828835 - Permanent Programme Manager role, salary circa $170k - Wellington based role, ability to work from home - Interesting and complex industry and regulatory environment We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager with public sector and Health industry experience to oversee an...

  • Programme Manager

    5 months ago


    Wellington City, New Zealand HAYS Full time

    Calling all Programme Managers **Your new company** **Your new role** - Supporting the programme team and project delivery teams - Building workforce capability and embracing change - Planning programmes of work through the whole lifecycle of the project **What you'll need to succeed** - Effective problem analysis and solving skills - Experience working...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand 84 recruitment Full time

    **Senior Programme Manager** **84 Recruitment** **$140k-160k Full time** **The Programme Manager is responsible for**: - Establishing programme-level controls, systems and procedures - Planning and designing the programme and proactively monitoring its progress, resolving issues and initiating appropriate corrective action - defining the programme's...

  • Programme Manager

    6 months ago


    Wellington City, New Zealand Sheffield Full time

    Wellington Established in 1985, Systematic is now an international IT company that focuses on six core business areas: Digitalisation, Healthcare, Defence, Intelligence & National Security, Library & Learning and Renewables & Utilities. Every day, more than a million people worldwide use our solutions. Our users primarily comprise nurses, soldiers,...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Exciting opportunity to demonstrate your leadership in programme delivery. - National office, Wellington - Fixed term 18 months Have you got a deep well of delivery experience that could help create better outcomes for tamariki in our care? The Enterprise Portfolio Management Office for Oranga Tamariki is a critical enabler for delivering better outcomes...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Full time

    **Job Title**: Programme/Commercial Manager **Role type**: Full Time Fixed Term through to June 2028 **Location**: Wellington **Salary range**: Band A - $158,916 to $212,730 depending on skills and experience Kōrero mō te Tūranga - About the Role The Programme/Commercial Manager will be responsible for leading the day-to-day delivery of the Plant Health &...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Pivotal role within our strategic programme function - Utilise your workforce planning skills - Opportunity to lead a large, dynamic team Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityThe Programme Enablement Manager within our Regulatory Strategic Programmes team, you will lead a team of over 100 employees and contractors. You will be responsible for ensuring the...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand OCG Full time

    OCG are currently looking for a highly experienced, contract Programme Manager for a major workstream within the public sector. This piece of work will eventually see the organisations payroll data is reliable and accurate however right now the focus is on setting up the programme physically and strategically to ensure the organisation is ready for...

  • Programme Director

    3 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand CGR Services Full time

    Programme Director - Programme and Portfolio Office Wellington, NZNew Zealand Government This Programme Director role is a high profile, outward facing role that provides strategic direction to enable successful definition and delivery of large and complex programmes (approx. $2-6bn). You will resolve complex, cross-programme trade-offs in an environment...

  • Programme Director

    3 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand Cgr Services Full time

    Programme Director - Programme and Portfolio Office Wellington, NZ New Zealand Government This Programme Director role is a high profile, outward facing role that provides strategic direction to enable successful definition and delivery of large and complex programmes (approx. $2-6bn). You will resolve complex, cross-programme trade-offs in an environment...

  • Programme Director

    3 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand Cgr Services Full time

    Programme Director - Programme and Portfolio Office Wellington, NZ New Zealand Government This Programme Director role is a high profile, outward facing role that provides strategic direction to enable successful definition and delivery of large and complex programmes (approx. $2-6bn). You will resolve complex, cross-programme trade-offs in an environment...

  • Programme Director

    3 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand Cgr Services Full time

    Programme Director - Programme and Portfolio Office Wellington, NZNew Zealand GovernmentThis Programme Director role is a high profile, outward facing role that provides strategic direction to enable successful definition and delivery of large and complex programmes (approx. $2-6bn). You will resolve complex, cross-programme trade-offs in an environment...

  • Programme Director

    3 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand Cgr Services Full time

    Programme Director - Programme and Portfolio Office Wellington, NZNew Zealand GovernmentThis Programme Director role is a high profile, outward facing role that provides strategic direction to enable successful definition and delivery of large and complex programmes (approx. $2-6bn). You will resolve complex, cross-programme trade-offs in an environment...

  • Programme Manager

    1 month ago


    Wellington, New Zealand Safe Kids In Daily Supervision Full time

    Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training) Are you great with children and are looking for a fun and exciting career while making a difference?Are you ready to lead a team to deliver an awesome programme?Then this might be the perfect job for you!sKids is hiring for a Programme Manager located in our Raumati Beach, Paraparaumu.Perks &...

  • Programme Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand Safe Kids In Daily Supervision Full time

    Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training) Are you great with children and are looking for a fun and exciting career while making a difference? Are you ready to lead a team to deliver an awesome programme? Then this might be the perfect job for you! sKids is hiring for a Programme Manager located in our Raumati Beach, Paraparaumu. Perks &...

  • Programme Director

    4 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand CGR Services Full time

    Programme Director - Programme and Portfolio OfficeWellington, NZNew Zealand GovernmentThis Programme Director role is a high profile, outward facing role that provides strategic direction to enable successful definition and delivery of large and complex programmes (approx. $2-6bn). You will resolve complex, cross-programme trade-offs in an environment where...

  • Programme Director

    4 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand Cgr Services Full time

    Programme Director - Programme and Portfolio OfficeWellington, NZNew Zealand GovernmentThis Programme Director role is a high profile, outward facing role that provides strategic direction to enable successful definition and delivery of large and complex programmes (approx. $2-6bn). You will resolve complex, cross-programme trade-offs in an environment where...

  • Programme Director

    3 weeks ago


    Wellington, New Zealand Cgr Services Full time

    Programme Director - Programme and Portfolio OfficeWellington, NZNew Zealand GovernmentThis Programme Director role is a high profile, outward facing role that provides strategic direction to enable successful definition and delivery of large and complex programmes (approx. $2-6bn). You will resolve complex, cross-programme trade-offs in an environment where...