Manager, Prevention Insights & System Engagement at Accident Compensation Corporation, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Lead ACC's insight'driven injury prevention strategy
• Shape system'wide collaboration and influence government decisions
• Grow and empower a high'performing, evidence'driven team
• Wellington location

About us | Mō mātou

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

This is a pivotal leadership role at the centre of ACC's injury prevention system. As Manager, Prevention Insights & System Engagement, you will lead a team delivering high'quality, evidence-based insights that shape ACC's prevention strategy and influence system'wide change.

The role champions the use of data, research, and behavioural insights to identify risks, anticipate trends, and target interventions, particularly for high'risk groups. An understanding of the machinery of government ensures prevention advice is grounded in public sector realities and able to influence policy, investment settings, and broader government priorities.

It sets an ambitious work programme, strengthens cross'functional collaboration, and builds trusted relationships across ACC and the wider system. Leadership in this role embeds prevention into core policies and programmes, while supporting a culture of informed, insight'driven decision'making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development of actionable, insight'driven advice for ACC's injury prevention strategy.
• Translating complex data into meaningful insights that guide prioritisation and investment.
• Integrating research and evidence into prevention initiatives and policy influence.
• Overseeing compelling, data'driven business cases for prevention programmes.
• Championing behavioural and equity'focused change initiatives.
• Building strong partnerships across government, sector partners, and internal teams.
• Leading and developing a collaborative, high'performing team.

About you | Mōu

You're an experienced leader who thrives in complex environments and enjoys turning insights into action. You bring strategic thinking, strong analytical capability, and a deep understanding of how public sector systems operate.

We're looking for someone with:

• Extensive experience in prevention, public health, data analytics, or a related field.
• Significant leadership experience managing high performing teams and being part of a leadership team driving strategic change for a function.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong experience in business case development and evidence'based decision'making.
• Expertise in behavioural science, economic modelling, or cost'effectiveness analysis.
• Experience leading high-performing, cross'functional programmes and influencing senior stakeholders and system change.
• Strong communication skills, including experience with behaviour'change or media campaigns.
• Demonstrated leadership in applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in policy, systems, or service design.

If you're motivated by impact, enjoy shaping system'level change, and want to lead a team doing meaningful work for Aotearoa, this role offers a rare opportunity.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand's cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. It matters to us that people feel free to be themselves at work.

We offer:

• 'Employee networks supporting colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
  
• 'Flexible working options to suit your needs and ours.
  
  The indicative salary range for this role is $164,705 - $232,525 depending on skills and experience. ACC also offers a generous 9% employer superannuation contribution.
  
  How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
  
  Applications close 5pm, 10 February 2026. We may begin screening earlier if we find strong candidates. Please apply through the ACC Careers Website and include your CV and cover letter outlining why you're a great fit. If you encounter accessibility issues or have questions about the role, please email HR Help.