Innovation Lead - Partnership at Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities , Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Auckland or Wellington based
• Partner with key stakeholders within world-class Construction & Innovation directorate
• Salary $119,088 + 5 weeks' annual leave and a suite of additional benefits

Mō mātou - Our Organisation

At Kāinga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand's housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.

What is exciting about working for Kāinga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders' lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa.

We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for Māori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Ko tā mātou mahi - Our Role

The Construction and Innovation Group supports Kāinga Ora to grow and remediate its public and supported housing portfolio through the design and development of high quality homes that meet the needs of the community now and in the future, and by driving innovation across the construction sector. The Construction and Innovation Group also advises on standards for quality homes, provides planning and logistical support in the rehousing of tenants affected by construction and provides construction pipeline scheduling and reporting.

The Innovation Lead - Partnership will lead the development and implementation of the construction innovation partnerships activity.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu - What you will bring

• Demonstrated partnerships experience within the building, construction or architectural industry
• Experience with the build process and the ability to interpret architectural plans
• Ability to establish and maintain strong strategic relationships across the sector and within Kāinga Ora
• Extensive industry experience or a tertiary qualification in a relevant field
• Demonstrated experience with preparing business cases or proposals for new partnerships
• Able to develop options and proposals for how Kāinga Ora develops innovation partnerships
• The ability to clearly and concisely convey information and ideas in both oral and written communication
• Excellent Microsoft office skills and experience in the use of Adobe products
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service by acting in a professional manner with customers
• The ability and desire to collaborate and work well in a team environment
• Excellent listening, interpersonal relationship management and presentation skills
• Interest in public sector structure, governance, processes and systems
• Understanding of partnership obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi

Nōu te rourou - What's in it for you?  

We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits. 

As a Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities. 

Ō Tātou Uara - Our Values

Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:

• Manaakitanga - People at the Heart
• Mahi Tahi - Better Together
• Whanake - Be Bold

Tūhono mai - Join us

To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions, please contact the recruitment team via Kaingaora.recruit@kaingaora.govt.nz

Applications close Friday 24 March 2023

We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.