Indigenous Programs Manager Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

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Strategic Systems Analyst

This is a Full time job

Turn information into insight that drives meaningful change
Contribute to an indigenous care and protection model
Influence outcomes for mokopuna through strategic analysis

Drive insight and strategy to support better outcomes for mokopuna and whaanau in a kaupapa Maaori, system transformation context.

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Head of Operations

at Rockquest Promotions Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland

A rare senior role behind Smokefreerockquest, Showquest and more.
Make your mark: shape how an established national arts organisation operates.
See your leadership create opportunities for thousands of young creatives.

Lead people, budgets and operations behind Smokefreerockquest, Showquest and more. Help a creative team deliver youth arts across Aotearoa.

Featured•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Regional Manager

at Aroturuki Tamariki

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

142,874 - 177,798 per annum FTE

Front-line senior leadership role
Support improving outcomes for our tamariki and rangatahi
Build meaningful connections with community

Aroturuki Tamariki checks that agencies supporting and working with tamariki known to Oranga Tamariki are meeting their needs and improving outcomes

5d ago

Listed four hours ago

Programme Manager | Critical NZ Infrastructure

at Comspek International Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

We're partnering on a significant, multi-year transformation programme that supports mission-critical public services across New Zealand. This

4h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Pou Hāpai - Whānau Engagement Specialist

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Based at Taranaki Base Hospital and Hāwera Hospital
Two permanent, full-time roles available
This is purpose-led work with visible impact

This is a front-row seat to real change for whānau Māori. You will help remove barriers, lift cultural safety, and ensure services are responsive.

13d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Programme Manager - Telecommunications & Technology Transition

at Find IT Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead a complex, high-profile telecommunications and technology transition progra
Engage with major technology providers, government agencies and senior stakehold
Wellington-based opportunity delivering nationally significant outcomes

Lead a major telecommunications and technology transition programme, managing critical infrastructure, vendors and stakeholders across New Zealand.

Recruited byJosh Rea

14h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Programme Manager

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$154,808 - $218,553 per annum

Christchurch based fixed term role through to 30 March 2030
Play a key role in delivering a billion dollar prison redevelopment programme
Work with senior leaders across one of Corrections largest capital investments

Play a key role in delivering one of Corrections' largest capital projects at Christchurch Men's Prison.

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Programme Coordinator

at Kainga Ora

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Pivotal role in keeping complex workstreams running smoothly
Support Kāinga Ora’s significant, highly visible Technology Modernisation Progra
Permanent Wellington-based role, 5 weeks leave + insurance benefits

Provide high-quality programme administration, coordination, and operational support across our Technology Modernisation programme

4d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Pou Ārahi - Transition & Organisational Change Lead

at Rongomaiwahine Iwi Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mahia, Hawkes Bay

$70–$85 per hour (based on experience)

Help shape Rongomaiwahine Iwi Trust’s next chapter, leading a six-month transition towards a sustainable, future-focused iwi organisation.

20d ago

Listed four days ago

Case Manager - Kaituitui

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$69,519 - $84,041

Full-time, permanent positions available - Monday to Friday
Locations will be across the Wellington Region including Kapiti
Start date: Late January 2027 (TBC)

Come and join our amazing team and make a difference!

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

National Services Lead

at Great People Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Waikato(Remote)

$95,000-$110,000 FTE, depending on experience.

Make a meaningful difference to farming and growing communities across NZ.
Varied national role spanning people, systems, projects and capability.
Design & oversee the national conference. A work-from-home role.

Help strengthen Rural Support nationally, connecting people, improving systems and building capability across 14 Regional Trusts.

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Youth Coach

at Te Runanga o Kirikiriroa

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato

$65,000 - $75,000 depending on experience

Helping taiohi to achieve financial stability and build pathways to education or training through our kaupapa Māori organisation.

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Case Manager - Kaituitui

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Full-time, permanent role
Monday to Friday
Help make a difference

We are a passionate, collaborative team that lift each other up and turn challenges into achievements.

1d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Engagement Manager

at Rotorua Lakes Council

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$115,000 – $132,000 per year

Full-time permanent position
Build and grow our new Engagement Team
Lead and shape Council's core engagement function

This is a unique opportunity to establish and grow a new dedicated engagement function

18d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Strategic Systems Analyst

at Waikato Tainui

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Turn information into insight that drives meaningful change
Contribute to an indigenous care and protection model
Influence outcomes for mokopuna through strategic analysis

Drive insight and strategy to support better outcomes for mokopuna and whaanau in a kaupapa Maaori, system transformation context.

11d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Head of Operations

at Rockquest Promotions Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland

A rare senior role behind Smokefreerockquest, Showquest and more.
Make your mark: shape how an established national arts organisation operates.
See your leadership create opportunities for thousands of young creatives.

Lead people, budgets and operations behind Smokefreerockquest, Showquest and more. Help a creative team deliver youth arts across Aotearoa.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Delivery Project Manager

at EROAD Limited

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland(Hybrid)

Drive multiple workstreams and vendors through real complexity
Own RAID, governance and executive reporting across Agile and SAFe
Get direct senior exposure and real influence over delivery

Own complex delivery end to end and shape how transformation gets done, with real senior exposure

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Programme Coordinator- Central North Island

at Road Safety Education Ltd

This is a Part time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Remote)

Make a difference in your community
Work from home with flexible hours
Good renumeration with car included

Make a real impact. Connect with schools and communities and help young people become safer, more confident road users.

1d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Strategic Consenting Programme Manager

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

Competitive hourly rate + near train station

Lead a high-impact strategic programme
Engage regulators, iwi & stakeholders
Drive governance, planning & delivery

12-month contract starting ASAP. Lead a complex strategic programme, driving governance, stakeholder engagement, and delivery outcomes.

18d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Service Manager - Disability Sector

at Community Living

This is a Full time job

Hamilton, Waikato

Lead through influence, not hierarchy, in a values-driven organisation
Shape the future of disability support through Nou Te Mana
Supportive culture with benefits, EAP and insurance discounts

Lead with purpose. Empower people, teams and whānau to thrive through person-directed disability support and shared leadership.

26d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Pou Hononga Māori - Principal Advisor - Māori Partnerships

at Waikato Waters Limited

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Shape partnerships that influence the future of water across Waikato
Turn Te Tiriti commitments into meaningful organisational action
Create enduring outcomes for iwi, wai and future generations

Lead iwi partnerships across Waikato and embed Te Tiriti, Te Mana o Te Wai and mātauranga Māori into how Waikato Waters works.

18d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Senior Advisor Practice Enabler

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Bring your Te Ao Māori expertise to strategic change
Senior level fixed term/secondment role with national impact
Location flexible across the motu

Fixed term/secondment opportunity to 30 June 2027, location flexible across the motu

12h ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Specialist Case Manager

at Wise Group

This is a Full time job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

$62000.0k - $102000.0k p.a.

40 hours/week, Monday to Friday
Flexible start/finish between 7am-4:30pm
Extra annual leave, wellbeing days & health perks

Support people into housing and then walk alongside them to build the foundations for sustained wellbeing.

15d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Team Leader

at Wise Group

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$95250.0800 - $122000.0k p.a.

40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Extra annual leave, wellbeing days, health perks and school holiday subsidies
Lead a Housing First team making homelessness in rare, brief and non-recurring

Experienced leader who can coach, support and challenge a team doing complex work, and stay steady under pressure? This could be the role for you.

13d ago

Listed one hour ago

Senior Adviser Case Management

at Rio Tinto

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Benefits designed to make life better

Every hour of every shift, your safety and wellbeing is our number one priority
We’re guided by our values of care, courage and curiosity
A world of opportunity – come and grow your career with us

Shape fair outcomes for employees across APAC. Manage investigations, conduct matters & case resolution in flexible, global environment.

1h ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Funding and Grants Manager

at Rockquest Promotions Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Part time job

Mount Eden, Auckland(Remote)

Competitive base salary, with performance-based bonuses on top.
Flexible remote role averaging 24 hours a week across the year.
Build on proven funding success for Smokefreerockquest, Showquest and more.

Use your proven grant expertise to fund Smokefreerockquest, Showquest and more. Remote, part-time role with a base salary plus performance bonuses.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed nineteen days ago

Programme Lead - Puāwai Mokopuna (Fixed-term, fulltime)

at Arowhenua Whānau Services

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Temuka, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$70,000 – $100,000 per year

Professional Development Opportunities

Lead the establishment of Puāwai Mokopuna, a kaupapa Māori maternal and early-years initiative.

19d ago

Listed one day ago

Whānau Voice Lead - Fixed Term until June 2028

at Ngāi Tahu

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Ōtautahi/ Christchurch | Fixed term to June 2028

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Specialist Advisor

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$105-$124k + 3.5% kiwisaver + council benefits

Champion youth and community outcomes—lead authentic partnerships with Council
Shape strategy—embed and implement community aspirations in local board outcomes
Flexible work options, council benefits & option to buy extra leave

Bring your expertise in youth development, community development, and strategic advice to guide local boards, youth and community organisations.

5d ago

Listed one day ago