Commercial Contract Manager at Electricity Authority, Wellington - WairarapaAbout us The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is an independent Crown entity that regulates the electricity market.
We are a kaitiaki of electricity, and our purpose is to enhance New Zealanders' lives, prosperity, and environment through electricity.
The electricity industry is at a pivotal moment, with the journey towards renewable energy sources and innovation reshaping how we operate.
To meet these challenges and opportunities, we're evolving as an organisation - growing our capabilities, expanding our reach, and building a team ready to create a brighter, more sustainable future for Aotearoa.
Our focus is on making a difference through bold thinking, collaboration, and delivering value for the communities we serve.
About the roles - two Contract Managers We have two exciting contract management opportunities available: 1.
Permanent, part-time role (new role) 20 hours per weekYou will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of cost-efficient and high-quality services by one of the Authority's major contracted suppliers2.
Fixed-term, full-time role (secondment cover) Full-time, fixed-term until 30 June 2025You will oversee the Authority's contract with Transpower in its capacity as system operator.
This is one of the Authority's most significant and high value contractsBoth roles are part of a supportive team undergoing a capability uplift to focus on key activities and major service providers.
As a Commercial Contract Manager, you'll bring your expertise in public sector contract management to lead the administration of high-value, complex contracts.
Working alongside stakeholders and market participants, you will drive performance monitoring, foster strong relationships, and ensure compliance with government rules and best practices.
The role also includes contributing to the governance and operational excellence of key commercial agreements.
Key responsibilities You will work with and support the Head of Commercial by: managing your own portfolio of contracts, including those critical to the New Zealand's electricity system and market operationsproviding day-to-day contract administration, including maintaining management plans, performance monitoring, and reviewing financial and service delivery outcomessupporting onboarding, offboarding, and procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with the Authority's contract management policiesmonitoring and reporting on contract performance, providing updates to the Authority's Board and sub-committees where requiredcollaborating with stakeholders, including government agencies, market participants, and service providers, to build and maintain trusted relationships.You will bring: proven experience in managing complex and high-value contracts, including financial and performance monitoringstrong relationship management skills with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levelsexcellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable insights.highly developed organisational skills and attention to detailthe ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelinesexperience or knowledge of the electricity sector (desirable).Why work for us? We support a healthy work-life balance and offer a range of benefits to support our teamsThe starting salary for these roles is $128,155.20 (pro-rata for the part-time role) and we're open to negotiation with the right candidate, based on skills and experienceA 3% net contribution to your KiwisaverFlexible working optionsOngoing training, support, and professional development to help you growOpportunities for career advancementA range of health, wellbeing, and social initiatives including wellbeing and working from home allowances, access to Habit Health and EAP services for you and your whanauRegular social events to connect with colleagues across the yearAre you interested? If you're ready for a challenge and want to help shape the future of electricity in New Zealand, click "Apply Now" and complete the online application form.
In your cover letter, please identify which of these two roles you are applying for (or if you are applying for both).
To apply, you must have a legal right to work in New Zealand at the time of submitting your application.
Applications close on Friday, 17 January 2025. Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.
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