Digital Portfolio Lead

Join us at New Plymouth District Council!
Tūhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu!

Who are we? - Ko wai mātou?

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is shaping the future of our district. We're here to serve our community and create a place where people love to live, work and visit. Guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we're committed to building strong partnerships that honour and celebrate our rich cultural heritage.

Our new vision - Thriving today, resilient tomorrow reflects our commitment to supporting the wellbeing of our people and places now, while preparing our district for the challenges and opportunities ahead. Innovation, sustainability and collaboration drive everything we do as we deliver services and initiatives that help our communities flourish.

At Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu, we're proud to be an inclusive and dynamic organisation that values people, creativity and progress. If you're passionate about making a real impact and being part of something bigger, this is the place for you.

The opportunity - Te āheinga

We're seeking an experienced Digital Portfolio Lead to join our Digital Enablement leadership team on a three-year fixed-term basis, covering an incumbent who is currently on secondment. In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping how we plan, govern, and deliver ICT projects and change across Council.

This is a hands-on leadership position, where you'll lead a team of Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Change specialists, while also contributing directly to the delivery of complex or high-priority initiatives.

We're looking for a leader who brings strength in both people leadership and delivery - someone who actively coaches, provides clarity, and fosters a team culture where performance and wellbeing can thrive together.

Key responsibilities - Ngā haepapa matua

• Translate approved priorities into a coordinated programme of ICT projects that are clearly scoped, sequenced and resourced
• Drive delivery performance across the portfolio, ensuring projects meet agreed timeframes, budgets, quality standards and intended outcomes
• Provide leadership across the full project lifecycle, from initiation through to transition into business use
• Apply consistent governance, planning, business case and reporting standards, enabling timely and informed decision-making
• Lead financial and commercial management across delivery, including procurement and contract oversight
• Lead and develop the team, setting expectations, strengthening capability and holding people to account constructively

Essential skills and experience - Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako

• Proven experience delivering multiple ICT or business transformation initiatives in complex environments
• Strong people leadership capability, including coaching, performance development and building positive team culture
• Ability to balance oversight with hands-on delivery when required
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Sound understanding of governance, project delivery practices, and commercial management

Why Taranaki? - He aha ngā hua o te rohe nei?

Taranaki isn't just a region - it's a way of life. Here, you'll find the perfect blend of career opportunities and lifestyle in one incredible place. Framed by the majestic Mounga Taranaki and the sparkling Tasman Sea, this is where you can hike world-class trails, surf uncrowded beaches and immerse yourself in a vibrant arts and culture scene - all within minutes of each other.

With affordable living, great schools and a strong sense of community, Taranaki is the ideal spot to live, work and raise a family. Whether you're chasing adventure, craving tranquillity or looking for both, life here offers an unbeatable balance that makes every day extraordinary.

What we offer - Ngā Ratonga

At New Plymouth District Council, we're not just offering jobs - we're building careers and creating a workplace where people thrive.

When you join us, you'll discover:

• Clear career pathways - to help you grow and succeed
• Learning and development opportunities - that keep you ahead of the game
• Support for personal and professional growth - so you can be your best self
• Plus, our People's Package is designed with you in mind, covering five key pillars: wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition

Because at NPDC, it's not just about what you do - it's about who you become.

You can expect to start in this three-year fixed-term, full-time role with a salary of between $120,786 - $130,180.

Why join us? - Ngā hua o tō hono mai?

Digital Enablement is a high-performing team with a strong, positive culture and a clear focus on delivery. We take pride in our work, support each other, and consistently deliver results.

Be part of a collaborative leadership team that supports each other to succeed.

Lead a capable delivery function and continue building a high-performing, stable team environment.

Shape how Council delivers technology and change outcomes.

Applications close Friday, 17 July 2026.

Be part of a council that values people, culture, and opportunity.

Me tūhono mai koe kia tautoko I te Ngāmotu o āpōpō!

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.