ICT Portfolio Administrator - Part Time

Published: 17 September 2025

Te whakapakari tahi i tō tātau Taiao – Enhancing our environment together.

Our vision is a healthy environment and a resilient and prosperous community.

About The opportunity | Ko te āheinga:

We are looking for a Part Time (20 hours per week) ICT Portfolio Administrator to join the ICT Strategic Projects team. This team is responsible for the planning, prioritization, resourcing, budgeting and execution of strategic ICT projects, managing this portfolio from inception to conclusion.

The ICT Portfolio Administrator contributes to the success of the ICT Program of work by providing reporting and administrative tasks across the strategic delivery portfolio. Reporting to the Team Lead of ICT Strategic Projects, this role monitors and reports on project status, risks, and issues. It ensures that the program management work is up to date in our workflow and assists with department and enterprise reporting, producing and maintaining team documentation. Strong administrative skills are required to complete the various tasks for the Team Leads and the Chief Information Officer to support the functions of the ICT department. You will build strong relationships across the ICT, Finance and Business teams to make sure all activities are being delivered to time, cost and quality expectations.

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:

We're looking for someone who can anticipate change, remain flexible, and bring innovative solutions to the table, while fostering genuine connection and productivity through an open-minded and thoughtful approach to teamwork. From supporting projects to performing various administrative tasks, you will need to possess strong time management, problem solving, analytical and communication skills to work effectively within your team and across the business. Your sound judgment, initiative, and ability to manage multiple priorities will be key to success in this role

Ideally you will also have:

• A relevant bachelors degree or 1-3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Valid drivers licence is required
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Visio, Projects, PowerPoint and other database and information management systems.
• Resilience, adaptability, and flexibility to keep up with the ever-changing nature of HBRC.

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:

The salary range for this role is between $66,130 to $77,800 gross per annum (Full time equivalent, pro-rated to hours of work) and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

Other benefits of working for our team include:

• Flexible working options to support work/life balance
• 5 weeks annual leave after 3 years
• 4% superannuation after 3 years
• Life insurance and income protection
• Subsidised eye tests and lenses, flu vaccinations, and other well-being initiatives
• Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a supportive working environment.

See a full list of our staff benefits here 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We recognise that collaborative and innovative organisations depend on having a workforce made up from a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. We're all about excellence, and we encourage open communication – if you need any specific support, just let us know! Our main goal is to empower each person to share their unique talents to contribute to the outcomes for our community. This commitment ensures that our workplace is a dynamic and progressive space where everyone can flourish.

HBRC is responsible for Civil Defence emergencies and as such, all staff may be called upon to support the response.

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru:

Applications close Friday, 17 October 2025 may close earlier if the right candidate is found

Applicants must have existing rights to work in New Zealand.

To view the job description please visit our website here

Please apply through Seek. If you would like any further information regarding the role, please email hr@hbrc.govt.nz

About us | E pā ki a mātou:

At Hawke’s Bay Regional Council our purpose is to work with our community to protect and manage the region’s precious taonga of rivers, lakes, soils, air, coast and biodiversity for health, wellbeing and connectivity. Our organisation is diverse and our work is varied. Our structure comprises of six key business units; Corporate Services, Integrated Catchment Management, Asset Management, Māori Partnerships, Policy & Regulation, and the Executive Advisory Group which also consists of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

We focus on prioritising:

Te kounga o te wai, te haumarutanga me te mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi o te whakamarutanga | Water quality, safety and climate-resilient security.  

Kia koi, kia toitū hoki te whakamahinga o te whenua | Climate-smart and sustainable land use. 

Kia ora, kia āhei, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki te rerenga rauropi | Healthy, functioning and climate-resilient biodiversity. 

Kia toitū, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki ngā ratonga me ngā hanganga ā-whare | Sustainable and climate-resilient services and infrastructure. 

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