The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and one of the world’s major research universities; with that, we have one of the largest IT estates in NZ.  Our IT environment is extensive, ranging from traditional IT solutions to technology that supports cutting-edge learning, teaching and research activity.  With nearly 50,000 users there is an exciting mix of complexity and scale in all IT strategies and operations.  

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager for a 12-month contract.

As a contractor, you will be picking up a range of projects at different life stages.  The projects you will be working on have big impacts on their users, from our security guards to our student doctors and our general staff and students.  Your work will ensure our staff and students have a positive and easy IT experience at the University.    

In this role, you will work closely with Product Owners and you will bring excellent stakeholder management skills as you will work closely with vendors, non-technical staff, technical staff, senior leaders and operational users to ensure the project's success.  

You will manage laid-out project plans, manage risks as they arise, track milestones and report on the project progress to senior leaders.      

Your financial acumen and budgeting skills will be second to none, as you will manage multiple project budgets ranging from $200K to $700K.      

For more information on the role, please view the position description.  

A few of our current projects include:

• IT System for Administration and Customer Experience 
• Replacement of a Security Incident Response system
• IT solution managing student allocation and practicum placements
• An Integrated Student Data Service

Besides working on projects with big impacts, you will work with passionate teams across the University.  We also offer flexible working with the option to work from home and onsite.  This role will be based at our Newmarket Campus.  

He kōrero mōu | About you

We looking for contractors with the following experience:

• A relevant industry-related tertiary qualification and/or bring project management experience in technology projects
• Financial acumen in managing budgets, forecasts and time/resource management
• Business case development, vendor selection and  management
• Experience using both waterfall and agile methodologies
• A confident communicator, able to influence and communicate effectively to various stakeholders.
• The drive and energy to lead from the front and take stakeholders and project teams on the journey to a successful outcome
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment whilst effectively managing your own workload.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Sunday 28th August to be considered.  We will be contacting candidates as they apply, and this advert may close earlier if needed. 

Please apply with your CV outlining what strengths you would bring to this role.

Overseas Applicants

In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government imposed travel restrictions but have recently announced a five-step plan for a phased border re-opening. This phased re-opening will take some time and this may alter the nature of the standard interview process for offshore candidates, particularly at the on-site interview stage. To see how this might affect your application and for more information and updates on the border restrictions and phased re-opening, please visit the Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government's official Covid-19 website.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz