[ref. c97781424] Manager, Project Management Office (PMO)at NZ Ombudsman -
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- About the OmbudsmanThe Chief Ombudsman works with his staff to help New Zealanders in their dealings with government agencies.
The Chief Ombudsman is independent and impartial, with the goal of fairness for all.Mō tō mātou tira
- About the teamFollowing a review of the ICT function the Chief Ombudsman has decided to set up a new Project Management Office team to ensure there is a continuous improvement focus on project management standards, tools and practices across all technology enabled initiatives.The small PMO team engages specific temporary resources and works closely with the newly established Digital and Technology team and our technology partners to deliver prioritised projects.
A normal day revolves around engaging with key stakeholders, monitoring risks, issues, planning for change, project coordination and quality reporting.The PMO team is part of the Corporate Group.Our groups' whakatauki is: Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini.
Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.Mō te tūranga- About the roleThis role will help us bring discipline and quality to our project management journey.The Manager PMO role has strategic oversight, implementation and coordination of all technology enabled project management activities across the Office.Provides leadership and guidance to the PMO and the multi-disciplinary professionals.
- About youThis role would ideally suit someone with a track record of successful IT project management from needs analysis and planning to embedding change and who can demonstrate a passion for continuous improvement and is confident in advising governance boards and questioning stakeholders so that risks, issues and challenges get resolved and projects deliver the benefits expected.To be successful in this role you will have:significant project management experience including leading a PMO or IT project teams backed by strong experience as a Project or Programme Manager leading projects from planning through to deliveryProject Management Professional (PMP) certification or understanding and preferably certification in P3M methodologies, such as PRINCE2, MSP, MOP, etcexperience leading and embedding organisational changeproven people management skillsthe ability to collaborate and achieve collective goalsTe painga o te mahi tahi me mātou
- Our benefits, what we offerBecoming part of an exceptional team in a future focussed organisation, where the work is challenging and rewarding.
- How to applyTo apply, click on the ‘Apply Now' button where you will need to register through our online career centre, complete our application form and upload your CV and cover letter.
For further information about this vacancy please email recruitment@ombudsman.parliament.nz.All applicants will have a legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.
Appointees will be subject to a criminal convictions check and may be required to achieve and maintain a NZ Government (NZSIS) security clearance.As the Ombudsman's role is to provide fairness for all New Zealanders, it is important that our staff represent New Zealanders.
We value your individuality and how you can contribute to the work of the Ombudsman and our team.We encourage applicants from all walks of life.Depending on skills and experience the salary is expected to be between $127,676 to $167,575 with $159,595 being the mid-point.Please note that the interviews for this role are likely to be scheduled mid May 2025.
However applications will be looked at as they are received and you may be invited to discuss your application earlier.This role is based in Wellington, we are unable to consider 100% remote working for this role.Applications close 5pm, 2 May 2025