Programme Director at Ministry of Social Development, Wellington - Wairarapa

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

About us

 
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.
 
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
 
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.

 

Programme Director

 

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is one of New Zealand's largest government departments, providing services to support individuals, families, and communities. The work we do is crucially important with high expectations - and we are passionate about it. We collaborate with other government and non-government organisations, advisory and industry groups, communities and iwi. 

 

MSD is embarking on an exciting transformation and we have an extensive work programme underway. Have a look at our Technology Strategy. The Improvement, Systems and Technology team is all about enabling people and partners with improved services and effective technologies so New Zealanders can easily access the support they need. 

 

Come and join an amazing team of talent, together we aim to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of New Zealanders. 

 

The Opportunity

 

Over the last five years we have been evolving our delivery approach based on agile at scale.

 

The role of Programme Director is a newly established permanent position within the Improvement, Systems and Technology Group here at the Ministry of Social Development.

 

Within this exciting opportunity as the Programme Director, you will coordinate and oversee the end-to-end delivery of multiple complex systems and products using an agile approach for service deliver. Provide oversight and management across a wide range of complex, work streams and delivery of projects.

 

As a Programme Director, you will have the ability to operate across multiple product services, using your stake holder relationships to ensure you keep portfolio owners and stakeholders engaged and informed at all times to successfully support delivery outcomes.

 

The most suitable candidate will have the capabilities to provide leadership and guidance to Agile teams by steering it to success and navigating the complexity of delivering software in large, cross-functional environments. You will work closely with the Group General Manager, the Senior Responsible Owner and the wider Improvement, Systems and Technology group.

 

The key elements and responsibilities within the role are:

 

• Accountability for the overall planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of value through programmes.
• Encouraging collaboration between teams.
• To coach and guide teams by facilitating the appointment of individuals to workstream teams.
• Ability to identify potential risks, opportunities and issues across multiple disciplines and understand design constraints.
• To hold the responsibility for the delivery of new products or services from work streams, whilst to the appropriate level of quality expected.
• Managing stakeholder and third-party relationships through clear communication.
• To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the methodology and processes associated with Scaled Agile execution framework.
• Is confident with reporting the progress of the programme to senior leadership, whilst initiating the lead of extra activities and other management intervention where gaps or issues in the programme may be identified.

 

The illustrated abilities you can bring to the role:

 

• Experience in negotiating constructive outcomes in complex environments with competing priorities.
• An excellent eye for detail with the ability to clear written and verbal communication.
• Proven operation management experience of delivery within a large, complex agile technology environment.
• Has proven business knowledge of the activities and practices of the organization, suppliers, partners, competitors, and clients. 
• Proven experience in critical thinking within a large and complex working environment.
• Ability to develop high quality reporting.
• Proven experience working at executive level alongside senior leadership.
• Confident in making decisions that can impact in providing results, meeting deadlines and Budget allocations.
• Previous experience in planning and designing, monitoring the progress, resolving issues and initiating the appropriate action to resolve any issues.
• Proven stake holder management.

 

How can support you?

We are an organisation that has people at the centre of our work.

 

At MSD we understand that our people do to their best, when they can be their best and we're committed to fostering a work culture that is diverse, inclusive, and supportive. 

 

We offer structures and tools such as Flexible working arrangements, Health Insurance and Vision care, Childcare Assistance and Information for Parents/Caregivers, Westpac Government Employee Pac, MSD Wellbeing Plan and Learning and Capability- Study Assistance to support our people and their development.

 

Position Description:

https://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-people-and-capability/information-technology/programme-director-position-description.docx

 

Salary range: $147,317.00 - $220,975.00

 

How to apply

 

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.

 

Closing date: Tuesday the 24th May 2022

 

Joining us

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. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

 

MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy which requires employees to be fully vaccinated. As a condition of employment, you must show evidence using My Vaccine Pass (or My Covid Record).