About the role

We're looking for a skilled leader to help drive meaningful change across a dynamic public sector environment. In this fixed-term opportunity, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering business transformation projects that are high-profile, fast-paced, and complex. You'll work with passionate and committed teams to lead initiatives that have real impact.

What you'll bring:

• Proven success leading end-to-end delivery of multiple large-scale projects—on time, within scope and budget.
• Extensive experience in business transformation and change management, ideally within a public sector setting.
• Strong capability in managing risks, issues, budgets, and project resources in a matrix environment.
• Confidence in leading and mentoring teams through all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build trust across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of benefits realisation, investment objectives, and adaptive delivery methodologies.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, shifting priorities, and evolving organisational needs.
• Experience managing vendors, contracts, and complex stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally.
• Working knowledge of government policy, legislative processes, and public service frameworks is a bonus.

Why join?

You’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation going through meaningful change. This is a great opportunity for a seasoned project leader who thrives in an agile, values-based culture and enjoys delivering outcomes that matter.

If this sounds like you, then please apply now or feel free to contact Anneke at anneke@potentia.co.nz for further information.