Job Description

Why work for us? At the TEC, you'll be part of a team committed to shaping a dynamic tertiary education system that delivers lifelong learning and supports strong outcomes for learners, whānau, communities, and employers. You'll join an organisation guided by public service values, united by a spirit of service, and dedicated to deepening partnerships with Māori in line with Te Tiriti o Waitangi. You'll work alongside enthusiastic, high-performing colleagues in a supportive environment that values collaboration, cultural capability, and continuous learning. Here, your expertise will help influence system change, strengthen relationships across Aotearoa/New Zealand, and contribute to better futures for all learners.

Do you enjoy working across business units to deliver quality work? We're seeking a skilled and analytical Project Advisor who brings experience in project, programme, or portfolio management environments. You will be comfortable working with complex information and providing clear, practical insights to support senior decision-makers This is a key role providing high-quality, reporting and analysis advice to support decision-making across the organisation.

He angitūtanga: What will you be doing?

As Project Advisor, you will support the delivery of high-quality portfolio oversight, reporting, and governance across the organisation. You'll play an important role in strengthening how projects are governed and delivered, helping ensure the organisation's investment in programmes and initiatives achieves the intended outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the collection, analysis, and reporting of information across the project portfolio
• Providing insights and advice to improve the quality of project reporting and performance visibility
• Assisting with the preparation of governance reporting, including for the Portfolio Governance Board
• Supporting leaders and project managers to interpret complex information and inform decision-making
• Contributing to the development and improvement of project management frameworks, tools, and guidance
• Promoting consistency and best practice across project delivery
• Supporting organisational planning and reporting processes, including forecasting, budgeting, and investment reporting
• Helping to maintain and enhance governance systems, processes, and annual governance activities
• Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes, and overall portfolio management capability

He kōrero mōu: What will you bring to the role?

 You'll be adaptable, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift.

• Experience working in a PMO, EPMO, or similar project/portfolio environment.
• Strong understanding of project management frameworks, tools, and governance practices
• The ability to analyse complex information and translate it into meaningful insights and reporting.
• Experience supporting or delivering portfolio-level reporting and performance monitoring.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to work across all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise reports for senior audiences.

You will also bring a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to enhance systems, processes, and reporting practices

     Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What you will get in return?

• The opportunity to work in a small but high-performing team, in an area of high priority.
• Three additional (TEC Days) leave days.
• A range of benefits including flexible/hybrid working. (As this is a Wellington‑based role, applicants need to be able to attend the office a minimum of three days per week. Unfortunately, we're unable to progress applications from candidates who cannot meet this requirement).
• The recruitment range for the position starts from $86,769 to $102,081, + Employer Kiwisaver contributions. Appointment in range will be based on our assessment of the skills and experience you bring to the role.

 Me pēhea te tuku tono: How to apply

To view the role description and/or apply for this role, please click Apply for This Job, or visit the TEC Careers Portal. We request both a tailored cover letter and CV.

The closing date for this role is, Monday 18 May 2026. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact hr@tec.govt.nz.

Applicants must have NZ citizenship or permanent residency to be considered for this vacancy. If you hold a permanent residency visa, please provide a copy with your application.

Prior to the Tertiary Education Commission confirming any offer of employment, we will conduct pre-employment checks including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.