Portfolio Manager

Influence change and shape conservation outcomes.Salary range between $140,000 - $185,000 based on skills and experience.Permanent role, Wellington location.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao TūroaThe Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.Mō te tūranga | About the roleWe are looking for a Portfolio Manager who can lead DOC’s enterprise project and programme portfolio, uplift organisational capability and build a centre of excellence for portfolio management across the organisation.You will provide strategic leadership and oversight of DOC’s enterprise-wide portfolio covering programme and project management frameworks, investment governance, assurance, reporting, benefits realisation, and risk management while establishing the Enterprise PMO as a trusted advisory function and central hub for consistency, capability, and best-practice delivery.You will also;Deliver insights and reporting to senior leaders, manage portfolio-level risks, and ensure strong frameworks and benefits management. Lead organisational planning and performance, oversee strategic programmes, resource allocation, and transparent reporting to enable successful delivery. Develop people and capability, mentor a high-performing team and foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that values diverse strengths.Champion Treaty partnership and integrate te ao Māori into portfolio practices and uphold DOC’s obligations under Te Tiriti.Click here for the Role DescriptionNgā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experienceThis role will require someone who can build strong relationships, work collaboratively with senior leaders and bring people on the journey with confidence, diplomacy, and resilience.You will also bring;Depth of experience managing enterprise portfolios or delivering complex programmes.Extensive experience with investment governance, benefits realisation, and PMO leadership.Strong ability to simplify and communicate complex information to senior stakeholders.Skilled in LEAN/P3M methodologies and experienced with Treasury’s Better Business Cases.Exceptional stakeholder management across senior levels and is able to influence, negotiate, and guide decision-making in complex environments.Mature, grounded leadership style with high levels of personal resilience.Motivated by public service and DOC’s conservation mission.Able to manage competing priorities without losing sight of organisational outcomes.Understanding of te ao Māori, tikanga, and the Crown–Māori relationship.Skilled communicator who can gain engagement across diverse audiences.Effective at working collaboratively across large, complex organisations.He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What’s in it for you?DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.Tonoa inaiānei | Apply nowApply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $185,000 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, 04 December 2025.Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Aleena Antony, Senior Recruitment Advisor at aantony@doc.govt.nz.