Training And Development Manager

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Remote; NZD 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded life cover up to $300,000

Critical illness protection

Discounted insurances

Free will services

Financial guidance and mortgage broker

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Flexible, empowering work environment

Job summary

NZDF is seeking a Training and Development Manager to lead the creation and continuous improvement of learning programs across Defence Shared Services Group. You will blend strategic leadership with hands-on programme design, facilitation and stakeholder engagement to build organisational capability across NZDF.

You will develop learning solutions, evaluate training effectiveness and foster a culture of continuous development while collaborating with leaders and subject matter experts.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, facilitating and evaluating learning programmes.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders to identify capability needs.
• People leadership experience is advantageous.
• Expertise in adult learning and capability development.
• Proven track record in large or complex organisations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of training and capability framework.
• Develop targeted learning solutions from capability needs.
• Design, develop and evaluate training programmes and resources.
• Facilitate learning across online, hybrid and face-to-face environments.
• Provide expert advice on adult learning principles and development.
• Monitor and evaluate learning effectiveness to drive improvement.
• Build relationships with NZDF leaders and SMEs.
• Lead and support a small training function to deliver quality outcomes.

Skills

Leading learning initiatives

Training strategy development

Facilitation skills

Adult learning principles

Adult education qualification

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualification in adult education / L&D / organisational development

Job description

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As the Training and Development Manager, you will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of training and capability programmes across Defence Shared Services Group (DSSG). You will be responsible for ensuring our people have access to high-quality learning experiences that build capability, support organisational performance, and enable exceptional customer outcomes. This is a strategic and operational role, combining learning leadership with hands‑on programme design, facilitation and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with leaders and subject matter experts, you will identify capability needs, develop learning solutions, and drive a culture of continuous learning and development.

• Lead the development and implementation of DSSG's training and capability framework
• Build on existing capability needs and develop targeted learning solutions
• Design, develop and evaluate training programmes, learning resources and development pathways
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences across online, hybrid and face-to-face environments
• Provide expert advice on adult learning principles, training methodologies and capability development
• Monitor and evaluate learning effectiveness, using insights and feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with leaders, stakeholders and subject matter experts across NZDF
• Lead and support a small training function to deliver quality learning outcomes

This is an exciting opportunity to shape learning and development across a nationally significant organisation while making a direct contribution to organisational capability and performance. Once you have undergone training and are up to speed, there is the option of working from any location in NZ. The salary for this role ranges from $104,214 - $115,131, inclusive of a 4% superannuation contribution. Appointments within this range are based on skills and experience.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

This role is ideal for an experienced learning and development professional who is passionate about building organisational capability through high-quality training and development solutions. You will have extensive experience designing, facilitating and evaluating learning programmes and will be comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders to identify needs and deliver meaningful capability outcomes. While previous people leadership experience is advantageous, your expertise in adult learning and capability development will be the key factor in your success.

• Significant experience leading learning, training, capability development or organisational development initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing training strategies, frameworks or programmes within a large or complex organisation.
• Strong facilitation skills, with experience delivering training to online, hybrid and face-to-face audiences.
• Expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design and learning evaluation methodologies.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in adult education, learning and development, organisational development, education, human resources or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organisation.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website. NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.