Project Manager
University of AucklandAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Posted April 1, 2026
120000 - 140000 NZD
Full Time
About the Company
The University of Auckland is New Zealandâs leading university, employing over 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead key initiatives within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences on a 12-month fixed-term basis. This role involves leading project teams, working with Faculty leadership and professional staff, and managing complex projects with significant operational impact.
Requirements
- Relevant project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP)
- Endâtoâend project delivery experience, including planning, budgeting, resourcing and risk management
- Ability to select and apply appropriate project management approaches to suit context and complexity
- Proven capability in delivering projects with significant organisational and operational impact
- Confidence working with senior level academic and/or professional stakeholders
- Strong facilitation skills, translating complex problems into clear plans, milestones and delivery pathways
- Experience in tertiary, academic, curriculum, research or health related environments would be beneficial, but is not essential.
Benefits
- Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- A competitive salary with five weeksâ annual leave (prorated)
- Career development programmes
- Discounted car parking
- Generous parental leave allowance
- Childcare
