• Bring your planning and programme management delivery skills to an organisation making a difference

  • Work with a wide range of people at EECA to support our mission of improving how we use energy in New Zealand

  • 12-Month Fixed-Term role based in Wellington

He angitūtanga | The opportunity

We are looking for a Programme Delivery Manager to oversee and support the successful execution of priority programmes across EECA. This is an important role which will involve coordinating, planning overseeing multiple projects with significant interdependencies.

 

Key responsibilities of the role involve:

  • Reporting - providing visibility and risk management on the progress of strategic projects.

  • Providing project management expertise for key delivery initiatives as required

  • Ensuring that key projects are consistently managed in accordance with good practice and right sized for the organisation.

  • Having strong working relationships to facilitate collaborative problem solving and support effective and efficient decision making.

 

He kōrero mōu | About you

We are looking for some who would bring:

  • 7+ years in a Programme Management role

  • Significant experience leading complex programmes or cross organisational initiatives 
  • Prince2 Practitoner or Agile qualified 

  • A proactive, organised approach with a sharp eye for both detail and strategic context

  • Proven experience managing cross-functional projects

  • Ability to work as a collaborative team member across the organisation

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

An important opportunity to join a government agency with a strong focus on delivery, to do meaningful work with motivated people that has a tangible impact on the lives of New Zealanders 

In addition we provide:   

  • Access to a well-utilised social club 
  • An excellent working environment – with a dynamic work culture.

 

Mō mātou | About us

EECA’s mission is to mobilise New Zealanders to be world leaders in clean and clever energy use. We are Te Tari Tiaki Pūngao – Guardian of the energy. This means we have a responsibility to ensure that all of New Zealand recognises that the energy we save now will be an asset to our future, in a multitude of ways. Our desired outcome is a sustainable energy system that supports the prosperity and wellbeing of current and future generations.

In order to get there, key strategic objectives are:

  • Energy efficiency first
  • Empower energy users
  • Accelerate renewable energy

You can read more about who we are here: Who we are - About EECA(external link)

 

Tono ināianei | Apply now

All applications must be sent by email, and include a CV and Cover Letter to Caishar Haribhai-Thompson at careers@eeca.govt.nz. Applications close: 11:59pm on Sunday 9 August 2026.

Please note: We will be reviewing applications after the closing date and will be in touch as early as possible about status of your application.

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