Whanganui Alliance Performance Manager

We are seeking an experienced performance and reporting professional to provide Council-facing leadership across the Whanganui Alliance and wider transport activity. In this role, you will lead performance reporting, governance support, assurance, financial review, funding compliance and systems improvement. You will connect operational delivery with Council management and elected member reporting, while supporting NZTA funding requirements, audit activity, customer performance, data quality and continuous improvement. You will coordinate Alliance governance and management reporting, analyse financial and programme performance, maintain performance frameworks, and ensure decision-makers have reliable information and evidence-based advice. You will also support the Section 17A review, future procurement programmes and the transition to new delivery arrangements. To be successful in this role, you'll be someone who has: * Experience in performance reporting, governance support, contract administration, audit coordination, financial review or funding compliance * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and with influence * Excellent planning, organisation and prioritisation skills, with strong attention to detail * The ability to build effective relationships across Council, contractors, suppliers, consultants and external agencies * Sound judgement, personal integrity and a collaborative approach Experience in local government, transport, infrastructure or an alliance environment would be an advantage, along with knowledge of NZTA funding, Transport Insights, AMDS, asset management reporting or performance frameworks. Most importantly, you will be collaborative, analytical and improvement-focused, with a genuine commitment to providing transparent, reliable information that supports accountability, value for money and better outcomes for the Whanganui community. **About Whanganui District** A welcoming and warm city, Whanganui has been growing in population and businesses in recent years with the buzz of new families and represents an incredible lifestyle location, close to New Zealand's best outdoor experiences in bush, cycle trails, river and skiing. Whanganui combines rich heritage with modern innovation, centred around our stunning awa. This growing city offers an exceptional lifestyle with excellent schools, easy access to major centres, and a flourishing arts and cultural scene. Whanganui is Aotearoa New Zealand's UNESCO City of Design and has the range of arts and culture one would expect of a modern New Zealand city. You'll be instrumental in supporting the performance and future direction of our transport services while enjoying the rewards of life in our distinctive district. You will have a direct impact on the wellbeing of our communities and opportunities to further develop your performance, governance and transport-sector knowledge. If you are eager to be part of our team, and you have what it takes to succeed in this role, we look forward to receiving your application. For information about this role please email Mark Allingham, Manager Transportation at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may occur before the advertised closing date. As a result, this position may be filled and closed earlier than expected. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. **Please note: only applications submitted via Whanganui District Council's careers page will be accepted.** Interested? Please review the position description and apply via our careers site without delay: Reference code 6934076 Please note, only applications submitted via our careers page can be considered. Applications close 08 October 2026