Lead Program Director Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

Own a complex, business-critical transformation from planning through to go-live
Lead systems and entity consolidation across multiple workstreams
High-impact fixed-term role with direct exposure to senior leaders and vendors

Lead a major business transformation across payroll, billing, CRM and entity consolidation, driving delivery through to go-live and beyond.

Recruited byTroy Thurston

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Programme Manager - Cyber Security & Technology Transformation

at Find IT Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Urgent contract - Initial 2 month contract with potential extension
Establish and lead a strategic technology and cyber security programme
Auckland location

Lead the establishment of a strategic technology programme, driving governance, stakeholder alignment and early delivery outcomes.

Recruited byChantelle Smith

2d ago

Listed one hour ago

Program Manager - Meat 2.0 Transformation

at AsureQuality Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

18 - 24 month fixed term contract opportunity | full-time hours
Large NZ organisation going through large scale transformation
Bring people on the journey and turn strategy into results

Program Manager for a large & complex transformation in the Meat Industry, focusing on change management and stakeholder engagement.

1h ago

Listed ten days ago

Data Delivery Lead

at Beyond Recruitment - NZ’s best career opportunities – jobs all over Aotearoa

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead delivery of two strategic data initiatives
Manage vendors, implementation partners, and stakeholders
Oversee end-to-end project delivery

Data Delivery Lead Contract working on a critical projects, managing vendors, stakeholders, testing, integrations, and go-live readiness.

10d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Programme Planner & Project Manager

at Technical Recruitment Solutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Christchurch based - with seasonal time at Scott Base
Minimum 3 year contract
Be part of a legacy project in an iconic NZ institution

Key opportunity to manage delivery of a major upgrade project in an iconic NZ facility

Recruited byTony De Barr

14d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Junior Agile Project Manager - Contract

at Robert Half Management Resources

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$75.00 - $110.00 p.h.

Lead delivery squads on a global CX transformation. Great opportunity for a Senior Project Coordinator or Junior PM with Agile exposure.

22h ago

Listed nine days ago

Programme Coordinator | PMO & Governance Support

at Comspek International Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

A fantastic opportunity is available for an experienced Programme Coordinator to join a major transformation programme supporting critical service

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Technical Project Manager

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

12 month, hourly rate contract (frequent travel)
Private sector organisation with global presence
Lead implementation of public facing physical infrasturcure and software

12-month contract: hands-on Project Manager to lead the rollout of a technology solution across New Zealand public infrastructure sites.

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Contract Interior Project Manager

at Grada Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

NZD 60 - 120 per hour

Competitive hourly rates
Solid understanding of the NZ Building Code and consenting process
remote and hybrid arrangements depending on the role.

Contract Interior Project Manager | Auckland We’re recruiting for live contract roles with leading interior design and fit-out practices

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Project Manager

at RWA People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Initial 3-month contract with immediate start
Financial services / wealth management project
Central location with hybrid working

Seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with financial services experience to lead a key wealth management project. Initial 3-month contract.

Recruited byAnup Mulay

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Project Lead – Aged Care Advocacy and System Monitoring Framework Development

at Health and Disability Commissioner

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Full-time fixed term position (6 months)
Wellington location - Hybrid role 3 days in office 2 days WFH
Lead a new framework to monitor aged care and advocate for improvements.

Lead anew aged care monitoring framework Turn consumer, whānau &sector data into insights 6-month fixed term | Full-time | Wellington CBD

Responsive hirer

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Project or Programme Manager – Maintenance Programme

at The Johnson Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Opportunity to shape a significant infrastructure maintenance programme
Initial 6-month hourly rate contract with likely extensions
Busy space with lots of opportunity

Opportunity for an experienced project or programme manager to shape a significant infrastructure maintenance programme.

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Project Manager - Pacific Renewable Energy Mini-grids

at Sunergise EPC Limited

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$150,000 – $190,000 per year

Lead delivery of seven solar PV, BESS and diesel hybrid mini-grids across remote Pacific islands.

Responsive hirer

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Chief Executive

at McLaren Recruitment – in business since 1989

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Lead and advocate for New Zealand's podiatry profession
Ongoing management services contract averaging approximately 25 hours per week
Flexible, home-based role that can be undertaken anywhere in New Zealand

Bring strategic leadership, advocacy and a strong member focus to a respected national professional membership organisation. WFH anywhere in NZ.

Recruited byKirsty McLaren

21d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Lexel – Resourcing - Connecting IT Talent with Opportunity

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Initial 6-month contract

Experienced PM? Ready for Your Next Challenge?
Join a collaborative, supportive team that values delivery & innovation
Competitive daily rate and convenient location

Own high-impact technology projects, and work alongside a collaborative team delivering real business value

11d ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior Communications Manager

at Consult Recruitment - Accounting and Finance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Prime Auckland CBD offices with good transport links
Six month contract role with immediate start
Rate dependent on experience - focus on finding the right skills

Senior Communications Manager with experience in projects (ideally systems upgrades) required in central Auckland. Immediate start | Six Months

9d ago

Listed two days ago

PROJECT COORDINATOR Palliative Care Workstream

at Hall Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Flexible working
Work from home
Contribute to make a meaningful difference

Seeking a project coordinator to support efforts improving GI health outcomes for tamariki/rangatahi in a whānau-centred, equity-focused context.

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Programme Coordinator

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of strategic programme outcomes across the Ministry.

3d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Project Manager - Contract

at Luminous Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Luminous Talent is building a talent pool of experienced contract Project Managers for the wider New Zealand financial services market.

22d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Project Lead - Dementia Workforce Development

at Wise Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

12 month fixed-term + Based in either Auckland or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, equity and continuous learnin

Lead work of national significance and influence Helping to build the workforce that people living with dementia and their whānau need.

15d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Program Coordinator

at Randstad Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Hybrid | Strategic Migration Role

Support a large-scale migration project for a leading professional services firm
Manage programme governance, risk, and steering committee engagement
High-impact Auckland contract for a seasoned Programme Coordinator

Join a top Auckland professional services firm as a Contract Programme Coordinator. Manage governance, scheduling & a major migration project.

Recruited byAmaan Kazmi

22d ago

Listed three days ago

People Business Partner

at Ando

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Attractive salary to be negotiated

Fixed term contract to see you through 2027
Full time 37.5 hours per week ideally
In saying that, we are open to exploring part-time hours for the right candidate

Coach leaders, give honest advice and build real relationships. People Business Partner wanted at an insurer that’s anything but boring.

3d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Major Event - Accommodation Programme Manager

at Mystro Management Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead end-to-end accommodation planning and delivery for a major international event with 1,500 delegates.

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Project Manager - 24 month FTC

at KPMG

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead high-impact technology projects that shape business outcomes
Work flexibly with hybrid, overseas working and global opportunities
Grow your career with learning, certifications and secondment opportunities

Lead complex technology and business projects, driving successful outcomes through strong leadership and delivery excellence.

13d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Project Lead - Dementia Workforce Development

at Wise Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton East, Waikato(Hybrid)

12 month fixed-term + Based in either Auckland or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, equity and continuous learnin

Lead work of national significance and influence Helping to build the workforce that people living with dementia and their whānau need.

15d ago

Listed eleven days ago