Senior Project Manager, Disability Capability

Position overview Senior Project Manager – Capability, Disability Programme Location: Wellington Employment type: Fixed Term until 30 June 2027 About us Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is committed to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. We demonstrate our values through: We put tamariki first We respect the mana of people We value whakapapa We recognize that the journey is collective About the role The Disability Programme focuses on improving practices and services, strengthening disability data and insights, building capability across all kaimahi, and enhancing our ability to advocate for change across the children’s and disability systems. The Senior Project Manager of the Capability workstream leads the implementation and embedding of foundational disability training for all kaimahi (staff) across the organisation, while designing and delivering additional disability capability supports and resources. This role provides strategic oversight of capability development, ensuring disability inclusion is integrated throughout organisational 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. Key requirements Knowledge of the disability sector and models of disability, with experience in public sector, frontline service environments, or organisations with similar complexity. Demonstrated connection to the disability community and experience designing, developing, and delivering disability‑centred capability products and communications. Strong knowledge and practical application of project and programme management methodologies, with proven ability to lead end‑to‑end change in complex organisational environments. Demonstrated strategic thinking and decision‑making capability, supported by analytical skills, including financial modelling and cost‑benefit analysis. Highly developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse groups, facilitate input, and produce high‑quality project artefacts and reporting. Experience working across business, operational, and technology environments, fostering teamwork, innovation, and high‑performance outcomes. Understanding of cross‑cultural practices, including tikanga Māori and Pacific perspectives, and the ability to apply these in delivery. What we offer We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options, and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is an opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi. Oranga Tamariki offers a step‑based remuneration package, with annual remuneration for this position starting between $125,926 and $139,459, depending on experience. How to apply Apply online with your CV and covering letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee, apply with 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. Adjustments to the application or interview process on request. 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. We invite you to familiarize yourself with our code of conduct, which sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol. #J-18808-Ljbffr