Practice Manager Technology Delivery | Wellington | Permanent

• Lead and mature a critical enterprise practice with organisation-wide impact
• Shape delivery capability, governance and workforce strategy at scale
• Operate as a Portfolio Manager, aligning delivery outcomes with enterprise priorities

 

This is a permanent opportunity to lead the Technology Delivery Leadership practice within Technology, alongside accountability as Portfolio Manager for Technology.

 

Over recent months, the practice has been strengthened with clearer expectations for delivery leadership, improved alignment with governance and planning, and a stronger focus on building sustainable capability across Technology. This role will continue that momentum, embedding and evolving the practice to ensure it delivers ongoing value in a complex, high-demand environment.

Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Thursday 25 June 2026. 

 

About us | Mō mātou:

 

The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
 

We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities. 
 

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
 

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono:

 

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To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.  
 

Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description. 
 

All applications must be made online.  If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
 

Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work.  This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.

 

Joining us | Ko te hono mai:

 

Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.  

 

We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.

 

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