Manager, Workforce Capabilities

nzta.govt.nz

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Lead workforce capability priorities
Enterprise direction and governance
Shape senior decisions
The NZTA is seeking a Manager of Workforce Capabilities to lead the planning and investment in workforce capability across the organization. This senior leadership role requires experience in governance and the ability to influence senior leaders while developing coherent organizational strategies

Job Summary

  • You will lead how NZTA | Waka Kotahi plans, prioritises and invests in workforce capability.
  • You’ll set clear direction and governance, turning our workforce strategy into a focused set of capability priorities that deliver measurable results.
  • We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including 5 weeks annual leave so, if you’re ready to bring your expertise, courage, and collaborative spirit to a role that truly matters—apply now and help us move New Zealand forward.

Matching Summary

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The NZTA is seeking a Manager of Workforce Capabilities to lead the planning and investment in workforce capability across the organization. This senior leadership role requires experience in governance and the ability to influence senior leaders while developing coherent organizational strategies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead workforce capability priorities
  • Enterprise direction and governance
  • Shape senior decisions
  • Drive capability impact
  • Evidence-based investment
  • Coherent organisation-wide approach

Nice-to-have

  • Comfortable with complexity
  • Manage competing demands
  • Build strong alignment
  • Understanding of Te Ao Māori

Key Requirements

  • Experience leading workforce capability
  • Experience in complex organisations
  • Ability to influence senior leaders
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Understanding of capability development beyond training
  • Experience designing frameworks or governance

Work Rights

Must have legal right to live and work in New Zealand

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