This role is a fixed term position in response to increased demand within our high priority work programmes. We are surging in people and resources in response to these priorities and need a team leader to help our look after our kaimahi.
Mo te turanga mahi | About the role
This role sits in the Strategy, Stewardship & Performance (SSP) Group at the Ministry for the Environment. This Group uses data and evidence to inform policy, help advise ministers, set the Ministry's strategy to deliver on core priorities, and inform decision-making. Our integrated planning and programme delivery function helps the Ministry to prioritise its work then plan and deliver it.
This role will work closely with managers in the Strategy, Planning and Performance business unit to support continuous improvement to our high-performing programme and project management delivery function.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience
- Experience coaching and developing kaimahi to deliver their work programmes and achieve desired outcomes
- Experience managing people, finances, and resources (desirable)
- Ability to quickly establish and build strong working relationships and to develop and maintain effective relationships
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at many levels
- Ability to partner effectively with leaders, establishing credibility and relationships of influence
- Experience and confidence in applying Te Ao Maori, te Tiriti principles and understanding the role of the Crown in relation to these
- Proven ability to problem solve and deliver process efficiencies and continual improvement
- An understanding of the machinery of government; government decision-making and operating procedures
Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau | Salary range
Salary range for this role is $118,318 to $143,695 pa. Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.
Nga hua ka puta i te mahi ki MfE | Benefits of working at MfE
- a flexible working approach to embrace a healthy work-life blend
- agile ways of working, allowing you variety and challenges across the organisation as we work as `One MfE'
- active employee networks including Maori Ropu, Asian Network, Neurodivergent and Disability Networks, Women's Network, Tagata Moana (Pacific Peoples' Network), and Rainbow Network
- opportunities for development and education.
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Tono inaianei | Apply now
Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter. Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.
If you require further information about this position, please contact Bridget Fraser at bridget.fraser@mfe.govt.nz. The position description is available via our careers centre www.mfe.govt.nz/jobs.
The location for this role is flexible which means you can work anywhere in New Zealand and there is an option to work from home. As a flexible friendly employer, we are happy to discuss solutions that may work for you and the business. We value and care about enabling our people to work in a way that means they can work at their best.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.
We want to ensure any accessibility needs you may have are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all. Therefore, please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make the recruitment process more accessible to you. Please contact us at vacancy@mfe.govt.nz if you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and may move to interview prior to the role closing.
Ra Katinga | Applications close: Wednesday 20th August 2025 @ 5pm