
Tiaki Taonga Trust - Wai 262 Flora and Fauna
Senior Project Manager
- Posted 1d ago
- Remote
- Volunteer
Location
Kohukohu
Estimated Time Required
10-20 Hours /wk
Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in project planning, risk management, resource allocation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic execution across multiple industries. This role requires a strong leader with excellent communication, problem-
solving, and analytical skills to manage projects within scope, budget, and timeline while ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Management
Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
Lead cross-functional teams, providing guidance and oversight to ensure efficient project execution.
Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, milestones, and success criteria in
collaboration with key stakeholders.
Monitor project progress, identify potential bottlenecks, and implement solutions to
mitigate risks.
Manage project budgets, control costs, and ensure optimal resource allocation.
Stakeholder Engagement &Communication
Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including executives, clients, vendors, and team members.
Facilitate regular project meetings, status updates, and reporting to ensure transparency and alignment.
Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and project success.
Handle conflict resolution and stakeholder concerns with diplomacy and professionalism.
Risk Management & Compliance
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to prevent delays, cost overruns, or quality issues.
Ensure projects comply with regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, and industry best practices.
Implement governance frameworks to maintain high standards of quality, safety, and
compliance.
Process Improvement & Innovation
Continuously evaluate project processes, methodologies, and tools for efficiency
improvements.
Recommend and implement best practices, frameworks (e.g., Agile, Scrum, PRINCE2, PMP), and innovative approaches to enhance project outcomes.
Promote a culture of continuous learning and development within the project team.
Change Management & Strategic Execution
Develop and implement change management strategies to support business transformation initiatives.
Lead organizational change efforts, ensuring seamless transitions and adoption of new
processes, systems, or technologies.
Align project outcomes with business objectives to deliver long-term value and impact.
Qualifications &Experience:
Bachelor or Masters degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, IT, or a related field.
Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2,
Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or Six Sigma are highly desirable.
Experience
Minimum 10+ years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of
successfully managing large-scale, high-impact projects.
Experience in government, corporate, non-profit, technology, construction, or other
industry-relevant sectors.
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million-dollar budgets and complex project portfolios.
Strong leadership experience, managing cross-functional teams across multiple locations
and time zones.
Key Competencies; Skills
Project Management Expertise – Strong understanding of project management
methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
Leadership & Team Management – Ability to inspire, mentor, and lead diverse teams to
achieve project goals.
Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving – Strong analytical skills to identify challenges and implement effective solutions.
Communication & Stakeholder Management – Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
Financial & Budget Management – Proficiency in financial forecasting, budget control, and cost-benefit analysis.
Technology Proficiency – Experience with project management tools (MS Project, Jira,
Asana, Trello, Smartsheet, or equivalent).
Risk & Compliance Management – Ability to identify, analyse, and mitigate project risks
while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Change Management & Business Transformation – Strong background in leading
organizational change initiatives.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Project Delivery: On-time, within budget, and scope completion.
Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback from stakeholders, clients, and team members.
Risk Mitigation: Reduction of project risks and issues.
Budget Management: Effective cost control and financial oversight.
Process Improvement: Implementation of best practices leading to efficiency gains.
Work Environment & Conditions
Volunteer /Onsite, depending on project requirements.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
High-pressure environment with tight deadlines and multiple priorities.