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We are on the lookout for a focused Project Coordinator to join our high calibre team at Project Coordinator in Canterbury.
Growing your career as a Full Time Project Coordinator is an awesome opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in decision-making, people management and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Project Coordinator at Project Coordinator today!

Job Description

Project Coordinator – Business Support

• Canterbury/Chatham Islands
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) Permanent
• Based in Christchurch

We are making significant changes to how we deliver our mahi by:

• taking practical action to give effect to te Tiriti o Waitangi
• giving priority to regional and local voice
• delivering greater responsiveness, accessibility and integrated services and support
• improving feedback loops and information flow.

We help shape the policies, settings and performance of the education system for early learning, schooling and tertiary. We do this by building relationships and understanding the needs of those who receive our services. Help shape the future of education He mea tārai e mātou te mātauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai ōna huanga. We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes. At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga – Ministry of Education, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whānau. Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people across Aotearoa from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for every child, young person and adult student in our education system. About our group and team The Business Support team support and enable the work of the Canterbury Learning Support and Education Teams to deliver effective services across the region. This includes working alongside others to develop and implement new initiatives, provide data analysis and support continuous improvement. The team plays a vital role in contributing to and achieving the Ministry’s overall goals. About this role The role of project coordinator will provide support and expertise to ensure quality projects and programme practices are applied to achieve the desired outcomes, outputs and benefits. The role will involve the following:

• Working collaboratively with project leads and others to plan, monitor and report on projects, programmes and initiatives
• Providing administration support to ensure the successful delivery of the projects, programmes or initiatives
• Arranging and coordinating meetings, training and workshops, including agenda preparation, minute taking and record keeping

About you

We’re looking for someone who can offer the following:

• Experience in building collaborative relationships to achieve shared outcomes
• A high level of conceptual and analytical capability, including analysing and interpreting data
• Advanced computer literacy and ability to work across a variety of platforms
• Innovative and proactive approach to solving problems
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritise work programmes
• The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tirirti o Waitangi
• Excellent time management and planning skills to enable you to respond to changing needs and priorities and to ensure deadlines are met

What can we offer you?

There will be ongoing learning and development, giving you an excellent opportunity to grow and develop your career here at the Ministry of Education. We provide flexible working environments where everyone feels relevant, valued and supported. Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi? – Are you ready to make a difference? We need to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, orientations, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to building racial equity and excellence in the education sector. We’d love to hear what this might look like for you, so feel free to outline this in your cover letter. In your cover letter we’d like to know:

• about you, your values, your whakapapa
• your interest and motivations for this role
• the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation.

How to apply?

Please review the Job Description and if this opportunity interests you, and you meet the requirements, apply now using the ‘Apply for this job’ button. For further information, please contact Lisa Winter at View email address on jobs.institutedata.com.

Benefits of working as a Project Coordinator in Canterbury:

● Learning opportunities
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Attractive package