Project Coordinator, Capitalisation x2

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Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

We are seeing two Project Coordinators, Capitalisation to join our School Property Team. These are 12-month fixed-term opportunities, based in Wellington.

In this role, you will:

• Assist with the timely completion of capitalisation paperwork and project closeouts.
• Work with regional teams to validate and update K2/Helios asset data.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure all outstanding projects are fully capitalised.
• Collate site plans and project closeout information for schools nationwide.
• Support delivery teams and Finance in closing projects in K2, enabling funds to be reallocated to priority projects.
• Undertake administrative and finance tasks to keep processes moving efficiently.

Salary range: $65,801- $79,195 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.

About you | Mōhou ake

To be successful in this role you will be detailed focused, proactive, and able to work both independently and collaboratively across teams.

You will have:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A background in finance, particularly capitalisation processes.
• Medium to advanced skills in MS Exccel to analyse and manage data effectively.
• The ability to pick up systems and processes quickly, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Asset management experience within the public sector.
• Experience working across different business units in a large organisation.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Joining our team, you’ll benefit from the opportunity to make a tangible difference by improving the integrity of school property data, while working in a supportive, collaborative environment with scope to grow your skills and experience. 

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

The School Property group manages one of the largest property portfolios in Aotearoa New Zealand, composed of over 2,100 primary and secondary state schools and over 8,000 hectares of land with a carrying value of $33.5 billion. Our team is responsible for the portfolio, including school engagement, asset management, capital works delivery, investment planning and portfolio management. 

We have a responsibility to invest in property solutions that demonstrate value for money while still delivering the right outcome for our schools and kura. Demand for new or improved school property across the country is high, and the way we meet these needs is to do so more efficiently. We have set financial and timeliness targets for our programme, and we’re looking to improve our planning and delivery, as well as working proactively and collaboratively with schools and the construction sector. This will ensure that our property projects deliver value and are part of an affordable and deliverable programme of works.

The School Property group is led by a Functional Chief Executive for School Property, who reports directly to the Minister for Education. In July 2025 the Government announced it will establish a Crown agent to manage school property, to be called the New Zealand School Property Agency (NZSPA). Implementation of the NZSPA is expected in 2026, subject to the legislation being passed.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Ashwini Parbhu, Team Leader, Project Accounting at Ashwini.Parbhu@education.govt.nz.

Applications close Midnight – Monday 27 October 2025.

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.