Strategic Lead — Data, Engagement & Innovation

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 205,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Government is seeking an exceptional senior leader to head the enabling functions at the heart of RIS Identity and Regulatory services. This secondment extends to 30 June 2027 and is not a project-management role; you will lead essential services that enable delivery across multiple products and systems while keeping business‑as‑usual operations performing and evolving.

You will work with General Managers and senior leaders to set direction, align priorities, and deliver outcomes

Qualifications

• Experience leading high-performing multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to deliver complex programmes across multiple systems.
• Ability to balance strategic goals with operational realities.

Responsibilities

• Lead enabling functions at the heart of RIS Identity and Regulatory services.
• Ensure delivery of multi-product and multi-system initiatives while maintaining BAU operations.
• Collaborate with General Managers and senior leaders to align priorities and set direction.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional delivery

Change programmes

Job description

New Zealand Government is seeking an exceptional senior leader to head the enabling functions at the heart of RIS Identity and Regulatory services. This secondment extends to 30 June 2027 and is not a project-management role; you will lead essential services that enable delivery across multiple products and systems while keeping business‑as‑usual operations performing and evolving.

You will work with General Managers and senior leaders to set direction, align priorities, and deliver outcomes