Our people love working here because we are an enthusiastic team, with a diverse range of skills and experience, who are all rowing in the same direction. We are all passionate about making a positive difference for our community, both now and for our future generations. What drives us is making Taranaki the best place in Aotearoa, New Zealand to live, play and do business!
Our main office is based right in the centre of the region, right under our maunga (mountain), in Stratford. Living and working here means you have all the big city benefits, along with a rural lifestyle, and quick access to the sea, and breathtaking country.
Our mission is to work for a thriving Taranaki by promoting the sustainable use, development and protection of our natural and physical resources, and advocating for the region’s best interests.
We are committed to providing a service first approach to the public and regional community, and in doing so aim to continue to better the quality of our performance while working safely, sustaining effective communication and teamwork, having the initiative and right to make mistakes, holding accountability for improvement, being results-driven, and holding high job satisfaction.
Watch the video to find out more about Taranaki Regional Council's kaupapa, culture and the impact of our mahi.
Job Description
Mō te tūnga | About the role
As a Programme Coordinator, you play a pivotal role in supporting the successful delivery of the Digital Portfolio by working collaboratively across the Digital Project Management Office (DPMO). You are responsible for coordinating the operational and tactical aspects of programme delivery, ensuring performance is monitored effectively and governance practices are consistently applied.
This role provides direct support to the Digital PMO Lead, contributing to programme oversight through the development and maintenance of programme and project documentation, coordination of meetings and governance activities, financial monitoring, and the creation of status, analytical, and quality assurance reports. You will also support project teams to ensure alignment with programme objectives, promote consistency in delivery practices, and help maintain visibility across the portfolio to enable informed decision-making and strategic alignment.
This role is fixed term for a period of 2 years.
Further details on the role can be found below, or for any other questions please contact Jo Limmer - Digital Project Management Office Lead or our People and Wellness team on recruitment@trc.govt.nz .
We like to set people up for success, so you’ll be a leading applicant if you:
* A natural connector who can work confidently with a wide mix of personalities, adapt their style, and bring the best out of others across projects, teams and vendors.
* Proactively tech‑curious - someone who enjoys researching, testing and figuring out new digital tools and products, then applying that knowledge and teaching others in practical, value‑adding ways.
* Financially savvy, exceptionally organised and detail‑oriented, with experience managing budgets, tracking spends and providing clear financial insights that support strong programme governance.
* A visual storyteller who loves turning complex information into clear, compelling dashboards, reports and visuals that genuinely help people understand what’s going on and make better decisions.
The successful candidate will be working predominately onsite at the Taranaki Regional Council with a healthy work from home balance.
What’s on offer?
Taranaki Regional Council is a fantastic place to work! We have a great culture.
* Five weeks + one day annual leave entitlement
* Active social club
* Onsite gym
* Flexible working options
* Free car parking
* Training opportunities within each role
However, the best part is working alongside fantastic people who are truly dedicated to the Taranaki region.
The starting remuneration range for this role is $73,341 - $86,284 per annum (including KiwiSaver).
Interested? Here's How to Apply
Click on the ‘apply’ button, fill out your application form and add your CV and cover letter.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Taranaki Regional Council is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace based on different experiences, world views and a desire to learn. So, if you’re excited about this role, but don’t meet the criteria perfectly, we encourage you to reach out anyway. You might be just who we’re looking for.
Applications close 18 April 2026. However, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient suitable applications. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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