Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, New Zealand Looking for Team Leader, Programme at Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand Full Time

Ko wai mātou | About us

Government House is the DPMC business unit that manages the overall running of Government House to ensure effective support of the Governor-General, including planning and organising all official engagements and functions, and ensuring that the Governor-General is well supported in all settings.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

We are seeking a Team Leader with deep experience delivering events and arranging travel and engagement programmes for high profile stakeholders and occasions. This is a hands-on events and leadership position, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, creativity, and agility. As part of the Government House team, you will help plan and deliver a wide and varied programme of events that support the Governor-General’s strategic priorities and consitutional and ceremonial duties.

Ko wai koe | About you

We select on capability and welcome a wide range of applications where the candidate can demonstrate the following

• Significant proven experience in the planning and delivery of high profile visits, functions, and events.
• Excellent logistical and project management capabilities.
• Experience developing workplans, managing resources, and improving service provision and processes.
• Experience operating in Auckland and throughout New Zealand.
• Experience working closely with high profile office holders and stakeholders.
• Flexibility and comfort with change, and an ability to find solutions to challenges at short notice and under pressure.
• A commitment to providing leadership that supports high staff engagement and a cohesive, respectful, and resilient organisational culture.

Key responsibilities of this role

• Leadership and day-to-day management of the Programme Team;
• Efficient and effective delivery of all internal and external events in the Governor-General’s programme;
• A collaborative and creative approach to programme development and delivery, which supports the Governor-General’s strategic priorities and the objectives of Government House;
• Advice to the Manager, Engagement and Events on programme development, risk management, and operational matters;
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, and the building and maintaining of a network of relationships that support the delivery of the programme.

Please note The ability to travel between Wellington and Auckland, and when requested to other regions, is a requirement of this position.

Ta matou e tuku | What we offer

We pride ourselves on the quality of our staff and understand the importance of fostering a working environment where excellence is recognised and where staff are encouraged to develop their own talents and potential. We welcome diversity, in all its forms, in fact we believe it is a strength. All DPMC roles are flexible by default and a positive work life balance is encouraged.

A competitive salary range of $90,000 – $110,000 p/a (including Kiwi Saver contributions)

Me pehea te tono | How to apply

To be eligible for this position, you may require the ability to obtain and maintain a national security clearance at confidential level or higher.

Secondments from Public Service and state sector agencies are welcomed.

Applications close on 8pm, Wednesday 6th December.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Fleur Gaston ([email protected]).