- Are you Green Belt certified? Lead practice improvement initiatives to drive innovation in this rewarding role
- Collaborate with people leaders to empower operational teams on the ground
- Permanent role in Wellington at $131,727 + 5 weeks' annual leave and a suite of additional benefits
Te Whiwhinga Mahi - Our opportunity
As a Senior Advisor - Practice Improvement, you'll work collaboratively with the Practice Improvement Manager supporting place-based people leaders to identify, develop and implement practice improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence.
Your proficiency with practice improvement methodologies, tools and processes will support you in collaborating with people leaders on the development of a local plan to drive operational excellence in line with our national service delivery model. Your expertise with data analysis and process mapping experience will support you to succeed in this role, and fluency in Lean Six Sigma methodologies would be advantageous.
As a Senior, you'll also work with our wider Customer Experience and Practice team to identify where local initiatives can be scaled nationally. Flexibility is essential, as this role will require regular travel around the region.
Ng pumanawatanga ou - What you will bring
Here's what we'd love for you to bring to the role:
- A qualification in continuous improvement or a relevant tertiary qualification, with at least 3 years of proven experience with the practical application of continuous improvement methodologies.
- Lean six sigma green belt certification is highly desirable.
- Experience identifying future opportunities and challenges, challenging the status quo and exploring ideas and opportunities that may lead to new more innovate, creative and effective solutions.
- Experience working effectively across all levels of the organisation and particularly with senior leaders; a track record in building trusted relationships and working in partnership with key stakeholders.
- A collaborative approach to problem solving and ability to communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely.
Nou te rourou - What's in it for you?
We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits
As a K inga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.
Mo m tou - Our Organisation
At K inga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand's housing choices, outcomes, and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.
What is exciting about working for K inga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders' lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa.
We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for M ori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests, and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
O T tou Uara - Our Values
Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:
- Manaakitanga - People at the Heart
- Mahi Tahi - Better Together
- Whanake - Be Bold
Tuhono mai - Join us
To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]
Applications close on Friday 29th August 2025 at 11:55pm.
We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.
