Programme Coordinator - Master Scheduler | Wellington | 12 month fixed term

Programme Coordinator | Wellington | Fixed term or Secondment Fixed term or secondment opportunity ending 30 June 2027. Important mahi supporting the Disability Support Services Transformation Wellington based role Do you want to be part of a team that is committed to transforming the disability support system for disabled people, whānau and communities? The Disability Support Services Group (DSS) has been established to ensure fairer access to disability support services in New Zealand, ensuring those with the greatest needs receive quality support services. The Transformation team is in place to continue work to strengthen DSS services for the future following the implementation of the independent review recommendations. The work ahead aims to: provide disabled people with certain and consistent access to DSS, no matter what their circumstances or where they live in New Zealand prioritise funding for disabled people with the highest needs, and those who would benefit most from early intervention support, ensure that Enabling Good Lives (EGL) principles are put into practice ensure that the long‑term sustainability of DSS is strengthened to provide disabled people and carers with services that are consistent, fair and affordable. About the role | Mō te tūnga: As the Programme Coordinator, you’ll provide expert coordination support across the Disability Support Services Review Programme, with a strong focus on building detailed programme schedules, project plans, risk identification and management best practice and mapping and maintaining a clear view of dependencies across workstreams. This role is critical to supporting the establishment of an integrated Programme schedule, keeping the plan current, identifying risks and issues early, and supporting project managers and delivery leaders with planning, scheduling, reporting, and governance information to enable successful programme delivery. If you love being in the centre of things, of rolling up your sleeves and getting immersed in the action, know all the ins and outs of using Microsoft project, then you will quickly find your feet in this small PMO, where no day is the same, where people rely on you to bring your attention to detail and where we appreciate the professional experience and skills that you will bring. This role is a fixed term opportunity ending 30 June 2027 and is based in our Wellington office. NOTE: As part of our selection process, shortlisted candidates will complete a short Microsoft digital confidence skills test. Key responsibilities include: Maintain the integrated programme schedule and ensure planning milestones, dependencies, and deliverables are visible across the programme Support project managers and delivery leads with project planning, scheduling, sequencing, and coordination of delivery activity Actively manage, monitor and maintain programme risks, issues, assumptions, decisions, and dependencies registers Provide governance reporting and schedule updates to support governance boards and steering committees Develop, update, and maintain programme plans, documentation, and reporting artefacts Provide high‑quality coordination and administrative support to the programme team Identify schedule dependencies, impacts, risks, and changes, and elevate where needed to support informed decision‑making Support delivery of critical success factors for the DSS Transformation programme We value diversity and welcome applications from disabled people and those who have lived experience with whānau, or the disability community. Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you. Proven strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and programme planning tools (noting MS Project is an essential tool for this role). A strong background in programme or project coordination role supporting complex programmes of work, preferably within the NZ Government sector. Experience developing, maintaining, and managing large scale integrated programme or project schedules. Demonstrated experience in project planning, scheduling, dependency management, and tracking delivery against programme plans. Experience managing or maintaining risk, issue, assumption, action, and decision registers. Strong communication and documentation skills, including preparing clear reports and governance materials. Proven ability to prioritise in a busy and complex environment and apply sound judgement when managing competing deadlines. Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $69,519.00 - $84,041.00 The Ministry of Social Development is a people‑centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities. Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are. #J-18808-Ljbffr