Project Coordinator - Policy Office
Date: 17 Dec 2025
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
• Wellington based
• Fixed term/Secondment opportunity until 30 June 2027
• Be the go-to person for keeping our Policy Office projects on track!
About us
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
About the role | Mō te tūnga:
We are looking for an exceptional Project Coordinator to support the Policy Office in delivering high-quality projects and initiatives across the Policy branch.
The Policy Office is central to ensuring smooth operations, effective communication, and efficient workflows across the branch.
For this role you will be responsible for providing coordination and administrative support work programmes across the branch and system improvements within the Policy Office which will help us to achieve impactful outcomes for the Policy branch.
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
• Proven experience in a high-level coordination and multi-project environment
• Strong secretariat skills, including logistics, paper preparation and minute taking
• Ability to manage internal relationships and build credibility across the organisation
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering results
• Demonstrated success in producing high-quality work in fast-paced, complex settings
• Very good writing skills – clear, accurate, and tailored to your audience
• Discretion and the ability to manage sensitive documents
• High computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel and MS Teams/SharePoint
• The ability to identify risk and escalate concerns where appropriate
It would be advantageous if you also have:
• Understanding of machinery of Government, or a willingness to learn
If you are organised, detail-oriented and passionate about working collaboratively we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the Policy branch.
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $69,519.00 - $84,041.00
How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Friday, 2nd of January. Please note, any candidate queries will be followed up in the new year.
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.
