Strategic Program Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Walking and Cycling Programme Lead

at Gisborne District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Strategic role leading walking and cycling outcomes in Te Tairāwhiti through partnerships, planning, and delivery of safer, accessible communities.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

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Head of Commercial Delivery

at Smart Environmental

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead the end to end delivery of major commercial and operational programmes
Partner with the GM Commercial and operational leaders
Work at the intersection of strategy and execution

Lead the end to end delivery of major commercial and operational programmes
Partner with the GM Commercial and operational leaders
Work at the intersection of strategy and execution

This newly created leadership role focuses on turning commercial growth into safe, reliable and scalable operational delivery.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Listed two hours ago

Programme Coordinator

at Auckland Transport

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Flexible Working

Support the programme for low emission fleets in the PT network
Work with a great team and manager
Worthwhile and meaningful work.

Support the programme for low emission fleets in the PT network
Work with a great team and manager
Worthwhile and meaningful work.

Te Whiwhinga mahi - The Opportunity –Programme Coordinator –

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

2h ago

Listed eight days ago

Manager Franchise Performance

at Subway Systems Australia

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$84,200 – $105,200 per year

Targeted Franchise Impact Through Smart Portfolio Management
Strong stakeholder exposure
Influencing Others

Targeted Franchise Impact Through Smart Portfolio Management
Strong stakeholder exposure
Influencing Others

MFP partners with franchisees to drive performance, ensure brand standards, and improve sales, profitability, and portfolio growth.

subClassification: Management - StoreManagement - Store

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Executive General Manager: Transformation & Technology

at Potentia

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead full transformation for critical national tech infrastructure
Modernise delivery systems, technology & AI/Data capability
Build new operating engine to enable transform at scale

Lead full transformation for critical national tech infrastructure
Modernise delivery systems, technology & AI/Data capability
Build new operating engine to enable transform at scale

Lead the change through AI, data, delivery & tech capability transformation, shaping the next phase of this household name national tech powerhouse

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Transformation Programme Manager (ERP Discovery & Selection)

at Tribe (New Zealand) Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

18 Months Fixed Term | Hybrid

Rare opportunity to lead an enterprise-wide transformation
Shape future-state business operations, processes, and technology strategy
Challenge the status quo and stamp your mark

Rare opportunity to lead an enterprise-wide transformation
Shape future-state business operations, processes, and technology strategy
Challenge the status quo and stamp your mark

Lead the review of current-state operations, facilitate enterprise-wide business process mapping, drive ERP evaluation and selection activities.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

23h ago

Listed two days ago

Manager of Service Transformation

at Spectrum Foundation

This is a Full time job

Greenlane, Auckland

Hybrid role + Company car

Company car
Flexible working
Make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders living with disabilities

Company car
Flexible working
Make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders living with disabilities

Lead transformation. Enable change. Strengthen future service delivery

subClassification: Aged & Disability SupportAged & Disability Support

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Head of Commercial Delivery

at Smart Environmental

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead the end to end delivery of major commercial and operational programmes
Partner with the GM Commercial and operational leaders
Work at the intersection of strategy and execution

Lead the end to end delivery of major commercial and operational programmes
Partner with the GM Commercial and operational leaders
Work at the intersection of strategy and execution

This newly created leadership role focuses on turning commercial growth into safe, reliable and scalable operational delivery.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

14d ago

Listed one day ago

Delivery Lead

at Kiwibank

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Great benefits and focus on wellbeing

Meaningful fixed term role delivering outcomes that make a real difference
Strong work life balance with flexibility that supports how you live and work
A supportive team culture where people feel valued and included

Meaningful fixed term role delivering outcomes that make a real difference
Strong work life balance with flexibility that supports how you live and work
A supportive team culture where people feel valued and included

Drive meaningful people initiatives and shape real outcomes, with flexibility and balance that support how you live and work

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Programmes Coordinator (International Development)

at Leprosy Mission NZ

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland(Hybrid)

An exciting opportunity to work across medical, public health, disability inclusion and community development programmes partnering to defeat leprosy.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

9d ago

Listed nine minutes ago

Project Director- (Land Combat Support)

at Ministry of Defence

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Deliver a key project for our Defence Force
Influential leadership role
Wellington based/ Fixed term role through to May 2028

Deliver a key project for our Defence Force
Influential leadership role
Wellington based/ Fixed term role through to May 2028

About the role I Mō te tūnga This is a fixed term role through

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9m ago

Listed six hours ago

Walking and Cycling Programme Lead

at Gisborne District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Strategic role leading walking and cycling outcomes in Te Tairāwhiti through partnerships, planning, and delivery of safer, accessible communities.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6h ago

Listed four days ago

Change Managers - long term hourly rate contracts

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

12 month hourly rate contracts
Substantial national programmes
Established delivery teams

12 month hourly rate contracts
Substantial national programmes
Established delivery teams

Two senior Change Manager contracts available in Wellington — one in social services, one in public transport transformation. ASAP start to June 202

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

General Manager - SeaLink Logistics

at SeaLink Travel Group

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Senior level accountability with real influence
Competitive remuneration
Purpose‑driven organisation with safety and teamwork at its core

Senior level accountability with real influence
Competitive remuneration
Purpose‑driven organisation with safety and teamwork at its core

Lead logistics operation, drive performance, safety and commercial growth through strong leadership, operational excellence and team capability.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

CRM/Salesforce Transformation Programme

at TalentNow!

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Lead complex enterprise CRM transformation initiatives
Excellent base salary on offer for those who meet the criteria outlined
Work for a leading IT consultancy with a global footprint

Lead complex enterprise CRM transformation initiatives
Excellent base salary on offer for those who meet the criteria outlined
Work for a leading IT consultancy with a global footprint

Lead enterprise Salesforce & CRM transformation programmes in Auckland across delivery, functional & programme leadership roles.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed six hours ago

Walking and Cycling Programme Lead

at Gisborne District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Strategic role leading walking and cycling outcomes in Te Tairāwhiti through partnerships, planning, and delivery of safer, accessible communities.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6h ago

Listed one hour ago

Group Risk and Assurance Manager

at Fulton Hogan

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Fixed term full time - until December 2027
Burnside Christchurch
Shape the strategic framework as a true business partner

Fixed term full time - until December 2027
Burnside Christchurch
Shape the strategic framework as a true business partner

As Group Risk & Assurance Manager, you will co-lead the implementation of our internal assurance programme and strategic risk framework across New Zea

subClassification: Audit - InternalAudit - Internal

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

1h ago

Listed eight days ago

Manager Franchise Performance

at Subway Systems Australia

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

$84,200 – $105,200 per year

Targeted Franchise Impact Through Smart Portfolio Management
Strong stakeholder exposure
Influencing Others

Targeted Franchise Impact Through Smart Portfolio Management
Strong stakeholder exposure
Influencing Others

MFP partners with franchisees to drive performance, ensure brand standards, and improve sales, profitability, and portfolio growth.

subClassification: Management - StoreManagement - Store

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

8d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Chief Executive Officer

at Build People Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Remote)

Engage with senior leaders from government to private enterprize
A national role, working from home and travelling as required
Become the voice of a large and very successful industry group

Engage with senior leaders from government to private enterprize
A national role, working from home and travelling as required
Become the voice of a large and very successful industry group

A stimulating and engaging opportunity to join one of the building industries most regarded associations as CEO.

subClassification: CEOCEO

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

23h ago

Listed one day ago

Change Lead

at Civil Aviation Authority

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Shape future aviation via high-impact transformation
Lead complex change across organisation and sector
Deliver meaningful outcomes in a safety-focused environment

Shape future aviation via high-impact transformation
Lead complex change across organisation and sector
Deliver meaningful outcomes in a safety-focused environment

Multi-year programme transforming systems, data and ways of working to enable a modern risk-based regulator and a safe aviation system.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

National Co-ordinator

at YWCA Aotearoa New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$57,600 – $62,400 per year

The National Co‑ordinator is the backbone of YWCA Aotearoa New Zealand’s national operations.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16d ago

Listed three hours ago

Programme Director, Future Naval Base

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devonport, Auckland

$147,234 - $170,818 (including 4% superannuation)

Focus on the delivery of the Future Naval Base, Devonport, Auckland
Motivate and drive exceptional team and organisational performance
Positive culture, flexible working environment

Focus on the delivery of the Future Naval Base, Devonport, Auckland
Motivate and drive exceptional team and organisational performance
Positive culture, flexible working environment

Lead and manage the delivery of this national significance project –once in a life time project!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

3h ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Programme Manager - Wellington, Permanent

at Ministry of Social Development

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This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$142,874 - $177,798

Wellington-based role reporting directly to the Director Design
Lead and shape end-to-end service design across high-impact programmes
nfluence strategy while staying close to delivery

Wellington-based role reporting directly to the Director Design
Lead and shape end-to-end service design across high-impact programmes
nfluence strategy while staying close to delivery

This is an opportunity to step into a senior design leadership role where you can shape how design delivers value at scale.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Manager - Infrastructure

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$190,000 – $220,000 per year

Lead high‑impact programmes safeguarding people, land and infrastructure.
Relocation costs + Additional Leave + WFH +Flexible Working + Extra Sick Leave.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Lead high‑impact programmes safeguarding people, land and infrastructure.
Relocation costs + Additional Leave + WFH +Flexible Working + Extra Sick Leave.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Leads Waikato’s flood, river and drainage systems, delivering programmes that safeguard communities and ensure sustainable, resilient infrastructure.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Workforce Delivery Manager

at Wise Group

This is a Full time job

Te Aro, Wellington(Hybrid)

Permanent full-time role + Based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Extra annual leave + Kiwisaver contribution + Wellbeing days
Hybrid work model + Worklife balance + $250 wellbeing card

Permanent full-time role + Based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Extra annual leave + Kiwisaver contribution + Wellbeing days
Hybrid work model + Worklife balance + $250 wellbeing card

Lead the coordination and delivery of multiple workforce development initiatives.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Engagement Manager

at Burnett Foundation Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Builds trusted relationships across communities and partners through strategic, inclusive and culturally responsive engagement.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Manager Project Management Office

at New Plymouth District Council

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Join an organisation that will support and develop your career!
Five weeks annual leave plus birthday leave
Apply now!

Join an organisation that will support and develop your career!
Five weeks annual leave plus birthday leave
Apply now!

We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Manager Project Management Office (PMO) to join our Delivery and Enablement Group.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

National Business Manager - New Zealand

at Flavour Makers

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Hybrid Work
Australian Family Owned Business
Career Pathways

Hybrid Work
Australian Family Owned Business
Career Pathways

Drive sales growth, manage key accounts, and develop strategic plans. Strong communication/negotiation skills.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Sales(Sales)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Funding & Impact Lead

at Kirikiriroa Family Services Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

Lead funding strategy to improve tamariki outcomesLead funding strategy to improve tamariki outcomes.

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Workforce Delivery Manager

at Wise Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Permanent full-time role + Based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Extra annual leave + Kiwisaver contribution + Wellbeing days
Hybrid work model + Worklife balance + $250 wellbeing card

Permanent full-time role + Based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Extra annual leave + Kiwisaver contribution + Wellbeing days
Hybrid work model + Worklife balance + $250 wellbeing card

Lead the coordination and delivery of multiple workforce development initiatives.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Director

at Ministry of Defence

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Deliver a key project for our Defence Force
Influential leadership role
Wellington based/ fixed term role through to September 2029

Deliver a key project for our Defence Force
Influential leadership role
Wellington based/ fixed term role through to September 2029

Collaborate across the Defence Force on large transformational change!

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Director - Capital Projects

at Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Feel connected here: When you're part of this, you're part of us.
Be inspired here: Help shape dairy's future through innovation and care.
Grow here: Learn with support, build skills and explore new opportunities.

Feel connected here: When you're part of this, you're part of us.
Be inspired here: Help shape dairy's future through innovation and care.
Grow here: Learn with support, build skills and explore new opportunities.

We are looking for a Senior Project Director to join us in our Decarbonisation & Energy Team.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

786 strategic program jobs in New Zealand

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Walking and Cycling Programme Lead

Head of Commercial Delivery

Programme Coordinator

Manager Franchise Performance

Executive General Manager: Transformation & Technology

Transformation Programme Manager (ERP Discovery & Selection)

Manager of Service Transformation

Head of Commercial Delivery

Delivery Lead

Programmes Coordinator (International Development)

Project Director- (Land Combat Support)

Walking and Cycling Programme Lead

Change Managers - long term hourly rate contracts

General Manager - SeaLink Logistics

CRM/Salesforce Transformation Programme

Walking and Cycling Programme Lead

Group Risk and Assurance Manager

Manager Franchise Performance

Chief Executive Officer

Change Lead

National Co-ordinator

Programme Director, Future Naval Base

Programme Manager - Wellington, Permanent

Manager - Infrastructure

Workforce Delivery Manager

Engagement Manager

Manager Project Management Office

National Business Manager - New Zealand

Funding & Impact Lead

Workforce Delivery Manager

Project Director

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