Here at Whangarei District Council we take genuine pride in having one of New Zealand's most welcoming and supportive workplaces, continually striving to provide the best working environment for our people. Our satisfaction comes from knowing we make a difference with what we do in an organisation that is small enough for independent work to be valued, and big enough to make an impact within our community.

This is an exciting time for our District, with a growing population, ongoing development and continued investment. The Council is a key player in ensuring the District continues to prosper and to support us in this mahi we are looking for an experienced Project Management Adviser to join our Business Support Team.

As the successful applicant you will be working in a centralised role leading policy implementation, practice, and education around project management and the Investment Management Fund (IMF).

Your role will include the development of robust project reporting capturing active capital projects across Council and a clear delivery roadmap for the IMF, ensuring appropriate governance structures are in place and embedded. You will also lead the ongoing development of project management tools, deliverables, and reporting mechanisms as well as developing and delivering tailored training sessions to ensure all stakeholders are equipped with the necessary skills for successful project execution.

To be successful in securing this role you will need to be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Degree level qualification in a relevant business or commerce related discipline.   
• Extensive experience of managing large scale, complex projects with demonstrated ability to apply Project Management Principles.
• Demonstrated ability to provide sound reporting and commentary at an organisational level.
• Understanding and application of public sector project requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills and understanding of project reporting systems and requirements.
• Ability to influence others through development of strong working relationships and provision of clear well thought out advice.  

At Whangarei District Council we offer a range of flexible working and life balance options for those that want to work in a professional and progressive environment while still having the time to take advantage of everything our district has to offer. In addition, our employment package includes Health Insurance, Life Insurance, payment of a professional membership, continuous development opportunities and an active social club plus much more.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the People and Capability team on (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.