Senior Project Manager, Disability Capability

Pivotal role supporting the Disability Programme. Wellington Fixed Term until 30 June 2027. Mōmātou.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values: We putTamarikifirstWe believeArohais vitalWe respect theManaof peopleWe areTikaandPonoWe valueWhakapapaWe recognise thatOrangais a journey. We are committed to ensuring that NewZealandis the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

The Oranga Tamariki Disability Strategy was shaped through extensive engagement with the disability community, including tāngata whaikahaMāori, Pacific disabled people, care‑experienced young people, iwi, and whānau. In September 2025, Te Riu (our Leadership team) endorsed a dedicated Programme to support implementation of this Strategy–strengthening how we meet the disability needs and uphold the rights of tamariki,rangatahi, parents and caregivers. The Disability Programme focuses on improving practicesand services, strengthening disability data and insights, building capability across allkaimahi, and enhancing our ability to advocate for change across the children’s and disability systems.

The Senior Project Manager of the Capability workstream’s role is to lead the implementation and embedding of foundational disability trainingfor allkaimahi(staff)across the organisation, while designing and delivering additionaldisabilitycapability supports and resources. Alongsidethis,the Senior Project Manager will continue to add to theketeof resources andsupports for caregivers of disabledtamarikiand rangatahi. This role provides strategic oversight of capability development, ensuring disability inclusion is integrated throughout organisation practices, systems, and culture to build sustainable capability and drive meaningful outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring lived experience of disability to the way we work.

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• Knowledge of the disability sector and models of disability, with experience in public sector, frontline service environments, or organisations with similar complexity.
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• Demonstrated connection to the disability community and experience designing, developing, and delivering disability‑centredcapabilityproducts and communications.
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• Strong knowledge and practical application of project and programme management methodologies, with proven ability to lead end-to-end change in complex organisational environments.
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• Demonstrated strategic thinking and decision‑making capability, supported by analytical skills, including financial modelling and cost‑benefit analysis.
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• Highly developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse groups,facilitateinput, and produce high‑quality project artefacts and reporting.
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• Experience working across business, operational, and technology environments, fostering teamwork, innovation, and high‑performance outcomes.
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• Understanding of cross‑cultural practices, including tikangaMāori and Pacific perspectives, and the ability to apply these in delivery.
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We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible workoptionsand a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki andrangatahi.

Oranga Tamariki offers a step‑based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts at $125,926 per annum and appointment on step is in line with skills and experience. To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee‑benefits/.

Apply online with your CV and Cover Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. Oranga Tamariki is committed to making the recruitment process accessible and equitable. Support may include: NZSL interpreters, assistance for mobility and transport needs, accessible meeting spaces and online options, and adjustments to the application or interview process on request. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]. We encourage applications from disabled persons and welcome you to talk with us about any support you may need throughout the application process. Hurry as applications for this role close at midnight on Wednesday 15th July 2026. If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for ourkaimahiand requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.