Group Programme Manager x4 – Manaaki Whenua

Job title: Group Programme Manager x4 – Manaaki Whenua

Company: Manaaki Whenua


Job description: Mō te Pakihi | About the Company:Manaaki Whenua is New Zealand’s Crown Research Institute (CRI) for our land and environment. We are responsible for supporting New Zealand to develop a sustainable relationship with our land, through the delivery of exceptional science across a wide range of disciplines.Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the roleThe Programme Manager supports our vision by:

• Being responsible for coordinating research projects across the group, maintaining a high-level view of the programme of work and reconciling interdependencies.
• Overseeing the development and execution of research projects commissioned by the Portfolio Leader, ensuring that the projects are set up to succeed and are supported by high level key performance indicators (KPI’s), and monitoring programme performance.
• Ensuring that all projects align with the group’s research direction and portfolio objectives and comply with the relevant research and operational standards.

This position is permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week), reports to a Science Group Manager, and can be based on any of our Manaaki Whenua sites (Auckland, Hamilton, Palmerston North, Wellington, Lincoln or Dunedin).We are seeking a Programme Manager for each of our four Science Groups:Group 1: Restoring EcosystemsAotearoa’s unique indigenous biodiversity has been, and continues to be, under pressure from numerous endogenous and exogenous pressures. This group will undertake research and consultancy to support and enhance these aspects for external clients at global, national, and landscape scales.Group 2: Managing Invasive SpeciesInvasive species (i.e. weeds, pests, predators, and diseases) are a key pressure on Aotearoa’s unique biodiversity and ecosystems. These pressures continue to increase because of societal (i.e. human behaviour and values) and global influences (i.e. climate change). This group will underpin the identification and management of these pressures through partnerships with government (MPI, OSPRI, B3, etc) and private industry.Group 3: Catalysing ChangeSupporting Aotearoa to understand, manage, and enact change in response to the societal and regulatory shifts is critical to ensure that we retain and improve our terrestrial environments. Spanning urban, rural, regional and national scales, the Social, Informational, and Geospatial research that this group will undertake will ensure that external agencies are well equipped to respond, and supported to encourage others to as well.Group 4: Land Resources and Climate ChangeThe utilisation of our land resources is critical to support economic, societal, and environmental benefits for Aotearoa. These land resources are also key strengths in understanding our emissions balance and enabling adaptation and resilience to climate change. Central and regional government, along with other external agencies such as industry groups and private companies are key partners to realise these benefits.Ō pūmanawa | About youYou will possess a professional qualification in programme and/or project management and extensive programme and/or management experience at a senior level. A tertiary degree in a relevant field is highly desirable. Strong knowledge and experience in project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile or PMP certification is advantageous) and have strong experience with financial compliance and managing budgeting. Ideally you will be a flexible, pragmatic, self-starter, with the ability to travel throughout New Zealand.Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerAs an employee of Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research, you will work with passionate and talented people and enjoy supportive employee benefits such as an annual leave entitlement of 4 weeks and 4 days, generous sick leave, paid parental leave, 3 paid Manaaki Whenua days between Christmas and New Year, as well as income maintenance and life insurance benefits and flexible working options. You will also have the opportunity for personal growth and career development.Manaaki Whenua embraces diversity and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we celebrate and respect diversity in all its forms including ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We also welcome and support neurodiverse individuals and recognise the value of different ways of thinking.Tono Mai | Apply Now!Please indicate in your cover letter your 1st, 2nd, and 3rd preference of the above four Science Group’s.Enquiries about the position may be directed to People & Culture, . For further details about Manaaki Whenua-Landcare Research, watch this short clip: and visit our website:Applications close on 20 April 2025, at 11:55pmOn 23 January 2025 the Government announced plans for the future of the New Zealand science system, including the creation of new Public Research Organisations.One of these organisations will be focused on the bioeconomy, bringing Manaaki Whenua together with Plant & Food Research, Scion and AgResearch. Our work, driving innovation in the sustainable management of terrestrial biodiversity and land resources, is integral to the future success of New Zealand’s bioeconomy.While it is known we will transition to the new structure during 2025 and into 2026, we do not have full clarity on the timings at this stage, but we are committed to keeping our people informed as we gain more information. We appreciate this is an unusual situation as you consider employment with us and we encourage you to review information about the changes on the MBIE website.Job DetailsCrown research institute Manaaki Whenua
Reference # 58207
Posted on 20 Mar 2025
Closes on 20 Apr 2025 23:55
Location(s) Auckland, Hamilton, Christchurch, Dunedin, Palmerston North, Porirua, Wellington, Hutt Valley, Wellington, Central Wellington
Expertise Finance & Business Performance, Administrative Services, Business Management & Support, Project Management
Job level(s) Experienced
Work type(s) Permanent
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Job date: Fri, 21 Mar 2025 02:02:03 GMT

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