Come join Waka Kotahi to manage risk and contribute to delivering a land transport system connecting people, products, and places for a thriving Aotearoa. Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity The PPM Toolsets Specialist ensures the NZTA | Waka Kotahi Portfolio, Programme and Project management frameworks, standards and controls are engrained in the toolsets used to manage and govern its Change portfolio. The role provides the bridge between the technical capability of the toolsets and the application of the frameworks, standards and controls. The role continually looks to enhance the use of the toolsets to help to improve processes for more certainty of outcomes, and efficiencies in execution.To view the position description, click here.Ko koe tēnei | About you' In addition to your leadership attributes and to be successful in this role, you will bring: Knowledge and experience:

Demonstrable understanding and knowledge of the governance principles, legal framework, Treasury and Gateway requirements and public service reforms context that the Agency operates within
Proven practical working knowledge and understanding of the range of portfolio, programme and project management methodologies and practices
Demonstrable experience of portfolio, programme and project level assurance, best practice and methodologies
Understanding of how to successfully implement change, particularly in the application of new processes, frameworks or controls
Experience working in Project, Programme and Portfolio teams (5+ years)
Experience advising on portfolio, programme and project assurance activity
Experience in designing and implementing new processes, systems and controls
Experience building and developing P3 capability in a PMO environment preferred
Deep experience in the use of multiple PPM Toolsets in large and complex environments, including but not limited to Planview, SAP, Jira Software, Concluence, PowerBI and Moodle
Systematic and disciplined approach to planning and organizing
Proven ability to lead cross functional teams to continually improve processes and toolsets
Tactful and constructive when providing feedback
Strong communication skills including the ability to prepare clear and concise reports, presenting arguments verbally in a persuasive manner, tailored appropriately for the audience
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Change management skills

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.Qualifications:

A tertiary qualification in a relevant field and/or a recognised project management professional qualification e.g. PRINCE2, Project Management Professional (PMP) or agile certification is preferred.

Ko wai mātou | About us The purpose of our group, through demonstrating sound commercial acumen, is to: Provide business planning (includes NLTP), financial, investment, and assurance services for Waka Kotahi and the land transport sector, ensuring value for money and expected benefits are being realised, enabling Waka Kotahi to run efficiently and effectively.Deliver corporate services that underpin effective performance, including legal, governance, risk and assurance, business planning and budgeting, programme management, business support, and corporate properties and workplace services.The NZTA | Waka Kotahi EPMO team exist to ensure we are helping NZTA | Waka Kotahi make the right change, the right way through the strategic alignment of our strategy and goals to enterprise strategies and goals, and alignment of our change initiatives to the organisation's objectives and outcomes. To enable this we lead collaboration, consistency and connection in a way that creates an overall improvement in the results of change initiatives for the organisation.Along with our other benefits we also have new Waka Kotahi Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme available for permanent employees. Others include:

5 weeks annual leave, 15 days sick leave after 3 years' service
Annual flu vaccinations, health checks and eye tests
A well-being initiative supporting activities that make a difference to both physical and mental well-being
Service recognition programme.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, APPLY now submitting your CV along with your cover letter detailing your suitability. Applications close: Wednesday 17th April 2024

For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz
To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.