Project Manager

UPANE KA UPANE, WHITI TE RA! 
Advancing together into a brighter future

Ko wai mātou | About us

Well, it’s not actually about us at all. It’s about the people and communities we serve. Ngāti Toa is a vibrant and influential iwi, firmly grounded in our cultural identity. And we’re paddling our own waka forward in leading significant change in enhancing the mana, wellbeing and prosperity of Ngāti Toa and the communities in which we thrive.

Ko te tīmā | About the team
You will join a collaborative team that supports the delivery of projects and change initiatives across the organisation.
The team work alongside leaders, operation teams, and external partners to improve capability, strengthen services, and deliver positive outcomes for whānau and communities.

Working across a diverse range of sectors including health, social services, education, employment, housing, property, and environmental initives, the team values partnership, practical delivery, and continuous improvement. We take a people-centred approach to our work and support each other to navigate complexity, adapt to change, and deliver meaningful results.

Ko te tūranga mahi | About the role
The PROJECT MANAGER is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering projects that improve organisational capability, processes, and outcomes across a broad and evolving portfolio of work.

In this role, you will
• Plan, manage, and deliver projects across the full lifecycle, ensuring they are on track, within scope, and aligned to organisational priorities.
• Work closely with stakeholders to support effective engagement, governance reporting, and informed decision making.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies, supporting timely escalation and corrective action where required.
• Support the adoption and embedding of change working with teams to ensure project outcomes transition smoothly into business as usual.
• Contribute to organisational improvement, sharing lessons learned and supporting the development of effective project and change practices.

This role offers the opportunity to work across a wide range of initiatives, build strong relationships, and contribute to work that makes a real difference across the organisation and the communities it serves.

Ko ngā wheako ōu | About you
After hearing about us and the role, you’ll have a good sense of whether this feels like the right fit and the right time for you. You’ll bring practical experience and professional capability in project management, and you’ll be motivated by the opportunity to engage, contribute, and continue learning alongside a purpose-driven organisation focused on positive outcomes.

You will be well practiced in
• Project planning, coordination, and delivery across the project lifecycle
• Working with a wide range of stakeholders and contributing to clear reporting and communication
• Managing risks, issues, and competing priorities in a practical, solutions-focused way

But what will really set you apart is your commitment to the mahi, and the people. The Rūnanga is a diverse and inclusive organisation positioned to understand and serve our communities.

And in return for your hard work, we can offer you:
• Work / Life Balance.
• Modern environment with a friendly team.
• Kaimahi centred discounts across banking and wellbeing activities.
• Commitment to professional development.
• The opportunity to serve our iwi and community aspirations – to be a part of a bigger purpose.

Excited? We are – because we’re up to big things! If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch with Leah at leah.kenny@ngatitoa.iwi.nz

Applications close two weeks