Lead, Capability Development & Learning

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 165,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

National Emergency Management Agency in Wellington seeks an experienced Team Leader to guide the Capability Development team, shaping learning design and development across NZ's emergency management sector.

You will lead senior advisors, collaborate with leaders, and deliver evidence-based workforce capability programs that drive measurable improvements. This role blends strategy with practical delivery in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a learning design team with a whole-of-system view.
• Ability to translate strategy into practical learning initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influence with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Senior Advisors focused on learning design and development.
• Partner with senior leaders to gain feedback and support for the direction of the team's work programme.
• Provide expert advice and thought leadership on workforce capability development.
• Deliver fit-for-purpose learning interventions to build capability across the sector.
• Lead and build trusted relationships to influence outcomes and credibility.

Skills

Team leadership

Capability development

Learning design

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Education

Tertiary qualification in capability development

Job description

National Emergency Management Agency in Wellington seeks an experienced Team Leader to guide the Capability Development team, shaping learning design and development across NZ's emergency management sector.

You will lead senior advisors, collaborate with leaders, and deliver evidence-based workforce capability programs that drive measurable improvements. This role blends strategy with practical delivery in a dynamic environment.