Salesforce Project Officer

**Mo te tunga | About the role**

As a Salesforce Project Officer, you will be coming into play a vital role within Defence Recruiting.

Defence Recruiting (DR) aims to meet the recruit targets set by each of the Services (Army, Navy, Air Force), while supporting the quantity, quality and diversity required by the NZDF. Quantity means meeting targets set by workforce planners. Quality means recruiting people who will perform and contribute to the organisation over time. Diversity means generating a diverse workforce by recruiting from all talent pools.

We are about to embark on a new phase of work and are looking for an individual that will be central to continually improving and enhancing our Salesforce platform for our organisation.

We will be establishing a new instance and like our existing one, it will be of great importance to us as it is used to manage an applicant's journey through to employment.

We are looking for someone who can quickly assess the situation and take ownership of programmatic requests. You will work alongside a team and collaborate on specifications, validate the proposals, and deliver solutions.

Some responsibilities include:

- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Deliver full-scale project plans and associated communication documents.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
- Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.

This is fixed term opportunity expected to last 12 months.

**Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and Experience**

To be successful in this role, you will bring the following experiences:

- Proven experience as a Salesforce Project Manager or similar role.
- Strong understanding of Salesforce platform and its functionalities.
- Excellent project management skills, including managing large, complex projects.
- Experience in Agile methodologies and project management tools.
- Additional Salesforce certifications e.g. Certified Salesforce Administrator would be advantageous.

You will also need:

- Able to work independently.
- Able to collaborate and communicate effectively with business stakeholders / other team members.
- Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

**Nou te rourou | What's in it for you**

Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning - safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all - irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics - NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.

**Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply**

Applications close on **Sunday 19 October 2025**.

Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.

**Please Note**:

- Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
- Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

**Please Note**:
To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:
Low Level Security Clearance
- You **must** be a New Zealand citizen **or** you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence **or** have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.
- At minimum, you **must** hold New Zealand Permanent Residence **or** have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, **and** you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.
- You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.