Expression of Interest (EOI): Contractor Pool — Digital Innovation Programme (DIP)

Richmond, New Zealand

Reference: 6845789

Organisation: Tasman District Council (Richmond Office)

Programme: Digital Innovation Programme (DIP)

Work type: Contract (individual contractors)

Location: Hybrid/onsite as required, with flexible arrangements depending on engagement

Expressions of Interest

We're establishing a pool of experienced contractors to support delivery across our Digital Innovation Programme and business change projects, including Customer Relationship Management project, Modern Finance initiatives, and Data & Insights workstreams. Typical engagements are 3-12 months with potential extensions aligned to the Council funding cycle to June 2028. Competitive market daily rates will be agreed per engagement.

Roles we're seeking include:

Project Managers

Lead discovery and delivery phases, coordinate cross-functional teams, develop core artefacts (PID, RAID, plans), facilitate procurement activities, and drive programme governance outcomes. Experience in PRINCE2/Agile and delivering business change in Finance and/or CRM contexts is ideal.

Business Analysts

Elicit and document requirements (user stories, functional specs), map end- to-end processes, analyse current vs future state, and shape impact assessments. Strong public sector/complex organisation delivery experience is valued.

Data Analysts

Build actionable insights and reports; strong SQL proficiency; experience with Power BI and/or Microsoft Fabric advantageous.

Trainers

Design and deliver training sessions and materials to support adoption of new systems and processes across CRM, Finance, and Data & Insights. Experience in adult learning principles and digital tools is preferred.

Solution Architect

Design and implement technical solutions aligned with DIP objectives, ensuring integration across CRM, Finance, and Data & Insights platforms. Strong experience in enterprise architecture, cloud technologies, and Microsoft ecosystem preferred.

Business Architect

Shape business architecture to support programme outcomes, aligning processes, capabilities, and organisational structures with DIP strategy. Experience in operating model design and business capability mapping is essential.

What you'll bring:

  • Proven delivery in similar roles within the public sector or complex organisations.
  • Ability to work locally/hybrid with flexible arrangements and excellent references.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and collaborative mindset.

Engagement details:

  • Contract length: Typically 3-12 months; extensions may be possible to June 2028 subject to programme needs.
  • Rates: Competitive market rates; please include your hourly rate (excl. GST) in your EOI.
  • Eligibility: You must have the legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand and be available to work onsite/hybrid as required.

How to apply:

Please submit:

  • Your CV
  • A brief cover note indicating: role(s) of interest, availability window, indicative daily rate (excl. GST), location (onsite/hybrid), and recent relevant engagements.

Apply via: Our careers site. Tasman District Council Careers

(The DIP office will contact suitable candidates to discuss fit and next steps.)

We anticipate to respond to expressions of interest by 27 February 2026

Our commitment

We are committed to a fair, inclusive process that welcomes contractors from diverse backgrounds. If you require adjustments during the process, please let us know.

For any enquiries please contact the DIP Office via email digital.office@tasman.govt.nz

Applications Close: 05 Feb 2026

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What to expect after you apply

Once the vacancy closes you'll be contacted within 7 days as to whether or not your application has been successful.  If you've been shortlisted for an interview, you'll be contacted by one of the People & Wellbeing team to arrange a time to come in and meet with some of the team. 

We typically only do one interview, however depending on the seniority of the role or the role itself, we sometimes require two interviews.  For mid-senior level and team leader/manager roles, you may also be required to undertake psychometric testing.

In your interview, there will be a member of the People & Wellbeing team, the Hiring Manager and either their Manager or one of the senior member's of their team.  Our interview questions are predominantly behavioural and skills-based.

Summer Student Internships

Every year we employ a number of Summer Students across the Council to work for a period of 12-16 weeks over the summer months (mid-November to February). This is a great opportunity to gain work experience in your field of study, advertising begins early July, All applications are to be submitted via our website in July.

We typically have vacancies in Engineering, Environmental Information (Hydrology, Resource Science and Biosecurity), Information Services and Regulatory (Compliance Monitoring).

If you're an Engineering student interested in a Rivers Engineering career/Summer Student position, check out this website for more information - Careers | Resilient River Communities - Careers | Resilient River Communities (resilientrivers.nz).