Senior Adviser Memorials [PN0472]

Vacancy 2026/11

Senior Adviser Memorials [PN0472]

Te Hua | Delivery & Investment

Fulltime / Secondment or Fixed Term 

Salary Range $111,646 - $129,434

Ki te puāwai te ahurea, Ka ora te iwi
Culture is thriving, the people are well 

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that supports the delivery of National Memorials, this is a fixed term role out to 30 June 2027. 

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role

This role is responsible for all deliverables required to realise a memorial through to the construction phase. As a key member of the delivery team, you will maintain oversight of a complex programme of work focused on the initiation and planning phases and transitioning into the delivery and build phase.

The range of stakeholders with an interest in Memorials means working with a variety of central and local government agencies, mana whenua, defence forces, community groups/volunteers. Your ability to build and maintain relationships is key to being successful in this role.

Frequently working with and through third parties, you project manage the consultation, design and development of planning for a memorial and associated activities.  This will include developing selection criteria, undertaking consenting processes and managing delivery timeframes.

You bring expertise in procurement planning and execution including sourcing cultural and design expertise and running consultation processes.

Kōrero mōu | About you

You’re a self-starter who can hit the ground running, enjoys working in a dynamic environment and can drive project delivery forward purposefully. Using your well-developed communications skills, you provide clear reporting and updates for our governance group.

You will also demonstrate:

• Experience engaging with communities and collaborating with other agencies


• An ability to operate independently as well as collaboratively


• Proven project management and procurement experience


• Knowledge of Government Procurement Rules


• Excellent relationship management, influencing, and communication skills

To learn more about Manatū Taonga | Ministry for Culture & Heritage please explore our Corporate Website (mch.govt.nz)

Please download a copy of the full Position Description by clicking here

Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the competencies listed in the position description

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

For more information about the role and how to apply, please follow the online process on our Careers Website.

Applications close 1.00pm on Monday 16 March 2026

Āheinga | Eligibility
If you are not a New Zealand citizen, you must hold current eligibility to work in New Zealand and for Manatū Taonga. Please refer to the New Zealand Immigration Service for further information.