- Work anywhere in New Zealand
- Permanent, Full-time
About the Role
The Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Specialist plays a key role at the delivery level, focusing on the implementation and enhancement of PPM platforms / toolsets that underpin standardised methodologies and delivery processes across the organisation's project portfolio. This role collaborates closely with project teams, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure consistent configuration, support and application of tools, processes, templates, and governance frameworks. By supporting the effective management and execution of a diverse range of projects, the Specialist contributes to continuous improvement efforts that strengthen project delivery standards and drive organisational success.
About the Team/Service/ Location
The PPM Specialist sits within the Digital Delivery team and reports to the PMO Manager, which forms part of the broader Digital Services function.
The PPM Specialist plays a key role in advancing nationally prioritised outcomes by supporting and building capability for the use of PPM tools to enable efficient, consistent, and high-quality delivery practices. Working closely with regional Directors Digital and partners across Digital Health Strategy and Design, Digital Applications and Products, and Digital Operations, this role ensures that our PPM tools enable the successful execution of digital transformation initiatives that support the evolving needs of New Zealand's health system.
About you
You are a skilled delivery professional with a strong understanding of project portfolio management tools and a commitment to driving efficient, standardised delivery practices. You bring a strategic outlook, a collaborative mindset, and a focus on continuous improvement within complex environments. This individual is adept at working across diverse teams to build capability and ensure consistent application of tools, processes, and governance frameworks that support successful project outcomes. You will also have the following skills and experience to support their success in the role:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in project portfolio management tool support or management, project delivery, or a related field
- Proven experience implementing and managing PPM toolsets (preferably Planview and / or Jira) and standardised delivery methodologies
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience working across multi-disciplinary teams
- Demonstrated knowledge of risk management, change management, and governance practices
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
- We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
- We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Monday 8th September. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Chloe-Mary Booth at [email protected].
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
