Northland Regional Council’s role is to care for and protect Te Taitokerau Northland's environment and communities. Does that resonate with you?  

Ko te aha ā mātou mahi?  / What work do we do? 

We work together with tangata whenua and communities to care for the incredible environment and many communities in our rohe, matching our skills and resources with the visions and aspirations of our people. We work to protect and restore healthy waters and our native taonga, through meaningful partnerships with tangata whenua and communities, and to build more resilient and adaptable communities in a changing climate. Here at Te Kaunihera ā rohe o Te Taitokerau | NRC, your mahi makes a real difference to our communities. 

Toitū te whenua, toitū te moana, toitū te tangata. If the land is well, if the sea is well, the people will thrive.     

Te āheinga / The opportunity 

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting and strengthening contract and project management systems across the organisation. Your will help ensure that these systems and processes run smoothly and efficiently, while also providing guidance and resources that support staff to manage contracts and projects with confidence and consistency. 

You'll develop and support project management practices across the organisation, helping to foster a culture of structured and effective delivery. By championing best practice and contributing to staff development, you'll strengthen capability and ensure teams are equipped to deliver projects with confidence and consistency. 

A core part of your work will involve building strong links between contracts, projects, risk management, monitoring, and reporting. You’ll collaborate with teams across the organisation to align efforts, streamline workflows, and support continuous improvement initiatives that drive better outcomes, while ensuring contract management risks are managed. 

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy bringing clarity, structure, and momentum to complex initiatives, we’d love to hear from you. 

He kōrero mōu / About you 

We are looking for someone proactive and adaptable, who can juggle multiple priorities with ease. You will have experience in contract and project management ideally in a local government setting. In addition, you will bring the following: 

• Relevant degree qualification (business, etc). 
• Experience in systems improvement  
• Strong communication skills 
• Strong working knowledge of contract management processes 
• Strong knowledge and experience in project management practices 
• Familiarity with, and experience working with corporate processes and/or business systems, ideally in a local government setting. 
• Working knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and relationship building with tangata whenua.   

We understand that sometimes the right person doesn't ‘tick all the boxes'. If you feel that you have something to offer, but may not fully meet all the job criteria described, please don’t hesitate to apply, and we’ll consider all your talents. 

Ko te aha ngā painga o te mahi kei konei? / What are the benefits of working here? 

Just as you care about your community and environment, NRC cares about you and your wellbeing. Our organisation celebrates collective efforts and achievements and recognises every individual for their contributions and dedication to their mahi.     

We understand the importance of flexibility, so we’re committed to alternative working arrangements for our staff. We offer a range of flexible work arrangements to suit our people’s varied lifestyles, commitments and cultural needs. 

Tono mai / Apply 

The mahi we do really makes a difference, so if you are motivated to help nurture our region’s taiao, we are keen to learn more about you. Want to have a kōrero with us first, or just need more information? If so, contact our Business Improvement Manger, Chris McColl (chrism@nrc.govt.nz). To view the job description, visit our careers site where the following link will work: :  JD Link: Contract and Project Support Coordinator

Applications close on 7 September 2025   

We review applications as they are received. Apply online now, as the close date may change. Please note that we do not accept email applications. 

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency/citizenship, or a valid NZ work visa.