HR Projects Specialist – 12 to 24 Month Fixed Term

• Broad HR project portfolio spanning culture, wellbeing, and people strategy
• Create a legacy in this transformational role
• Wellington CBD location

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This is a senior project role at the heart of people and culture transformation. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, you’ll lead a portfolio of strategic HR projects that strengthen employee experience, modernise core processes, and embed wellbeing and health & safety initiatives. 

From refreshing graduate and onboarding programmes, through to developing HR frameworks and rolling out wellbeing and risk initiatives, your work will leave a lasting legacy. You’ll be trusted to scope, plan, and deliver projects end-to-end, keeping senior leaders and governance committees informed along the way.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | What you’ll bring

• Strong background in senior HR generalist or project roles
• Proven experience designing and delivering HR or people projects end-to-end
• Passion for employee experience, journey mapping, and human-centred design
• Commercial and strategic mindset, with the ability to align people projects to business goals
• Skilled at navigating ambiguity, creating structure, and bringing people on the journey
• Strong design and communication skills to bring ideas to life
• Ability to build trust with diverse stakeholders and navigate change

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What’s on offer

You’ll work closely with a dynamic CPO and HR leadership team who are committed to modernising and strengthening HR practices. This is a chance to shape the future of people and culture, deliver meaningful change, and leave behind frameworks and programmes that will benefit employees for years to come.

Tukuna mai tō tono ināianei | Apply now

We will be moving quickly on this role, so please get your application in as soon as possible.

Please apply via SEEK with your CV and cover letter. If you’d like to have a chat about this opportunity and/or a copy of the position description, please contact Maria Lyons on 021 403 855 or email maria.lyons@nicherecruitment.co.nz.

You must currently hold the right to work and reside in New Zealand.

Learning Specialist Assistant - Kāupapa Māori, Wellington CBD

Fixed term contract till June 2026

Passionate about te ao Māori? Curious, energetic, and ready for the next step in your career? This could be the opportunity for you.

We’re on the lookout for a go-getter, someone who’s confident in te reo Māori, loves learning, and brings warmth, creativity, and enthusiasm to everything they do. This is your chance to be part of a high profile, bicultural organisation that puts people, taonga, and Aotearoa's history and stories at the heart of its work.

You’ll support a passionate Specialist Learning team that designs and delivers engaging, kaupapa Māori learning experiences for schools, kura, and community groups, bringing together Aotearoa's history and culture. From hands-on sessions to digital learning tools, your mahi will help inspire the next generation, and you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As a Learning Specialist Assistant - Kaupapa Māori, you’ll help bring learning to life, especially for Māori learners. by supporting the delivery of creative programmes both onsite and online in both English and Māori settings. You’ll use your strong cultural grounding to connect with tamariki and rangatahi, and work closely with experienced Learning Specialists to build your confidence and skills. You will be well-supported by this knowledgeable and friendly team!

You don’t need to be a trained teacher or know the curriculum inside out - what matters most is your passion for people, your commitment to celebrating and sharing te ao Māori and your capacity to learn.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

• Fluent te reo Māori speaker, knowledge in Mātauranga Māori and confident in tikanga Māori

• Confident speaker and presenting to diverse groups

• Sound digital technology skills and the ability to support the creation of digital content

• Ideally, experience working with children and young people

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skill

• A tertiary-level qualification (in any relevant field)

• Natural curiosity and a willingness to learn and grow

• An energetic, inclusive approach grounded in manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and auahatanga

You’ll also need some flexibility to work the occasional weekend or evening.

Ka pēhea koe ka tono mai l How to apply

This is a rare opportunity to be part of something meaningful, delivering learning experiences that reflect Aotearoa’s unique culture and identity. You’ll be backed by a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and grow your impact.

To apply for this role, click the 'Apply' or 'I'm interested' button. For for a copy of the job description, or a kōrero about whether this role might be suitable for you, please contact Maria Lyons on 021 403 855 or maria.lyons@niche.recruitment.co.nz. The closing date for this role is Friday, 19th September, however we will be reviewing applications as they come in.