Project Manager - National Community Cardiac Arrest ProgrammeEstablished in 1996 as an incorporated society with charitable status, the New Zealand Resuscitation Council sets the standard for resuscitation and first aid in New Zealand through providing public access to information, education programmes, training, international scientific developments, and other services and activities related to resuscitation.The Council is looking for an experienced project management professional to scope and define the requirements for a role to support the national rollout of the National Community Cardiac Arrest strategy and programme. This initiative aims to outline how a national programme would improve quality, efficiency, and sustainability which will lead to improved health outcomes for all New Zealanders.The role involves creating and presenting a business case/project initiation document. This will assess and ensure the project's feasibility and sustainability by detailing the plans, resources, milestones, and budget needed for a successful implementation.Key responsibilities include:Conducting a project feasibility study (review, analysis and reporting)Engaging with key stakeholders to identify and discuss opportunities, gauge interest and endorsement and assess readiness for a national programmeIdentify project risks and constraints and recommend mitigation strategiesScope the requirements to support the national rollout and develop the proposed project plan, milestonesDiscovery and business case development, preparing analysis, recommendations, reports and presentationsFacilitating project advisory group meetings, workshops and online forums to engage with key stakeholders to keep them informed, minimise resistance, maximise success, and increase business readiness to adapt to change successfullyDevelop change management plans and strategies for the national rollout to ensure that changes are effectively communicated, adopted and sustained.This is a 12-month fixed-term contract for 32 hours per week (0.8 FTE), based anywhere in the greater Wellington region. Flexible hours and hybrid or remote work arrangements are available for the right candidate.With a solid understanding of project and change management principles and best practices, you will have a proven track record of delivering national and/or large-scale projects. You can leverage this experience to establish effective project structures, set standards and provide valuable recommendations. You are strategic and consultative, an excellent communicator, and someone who works collaboratively with a wide range of key stakeholders.Person Profile:Proven experience in project management, business consulting, change management, or relevant disciplineExperience and understanding of the project environment, including experience with project methodologies (e.g. Prince2, Agile, Scrum)A relevant tertiary qualification or professional certification (i.e. project management, change management)Experience or knowledge in the not-for-profit sector and/or within a health, policy, or regulatory environmentProven track record of delivering national and/or large-scale projectsKnowledge of Better Business Case frameworkDemonstrated stakeholder management skills, with the ability to foster good working relationships and influence othersA consultative and partnering approach with stakeholdersEffective skills in facilitating groups and workshopsStrong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including expertise in report writing and business case preparationStrong policy analysis skillsCritical thinking and problem-solving skillsCommitment to the mission and values of the NZ Resuscitation Council in improving better health outcomesCommitment to and/or understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principlesCan work with multi-stakeholder and hybrid/remote environmentsKnowledge of change management and quality improvement principles and frameworks would be advantageous.Send your CV and Cover letter to: Ngan Nguyen via mclaren.co.nz
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